Howdy. I think that spring is finally here. Flowers are popping up everywhere, schools are getting out, everyone is going to the ball fields to play summer leagues, and yards are being mowed. I love spring for what it means, new life. Now that brings another matter to mind. Jamie…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led congregation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. We were glad to have eleven children. We invite them all back. Sunday was Mother’s Day. We were glad to have eleven mothers. Each mother was…
It was a beautiful day as we gathered for worship on Mother’s Day. We had many prayer concerns for family, friends and church family, and thanked Him for the many blessings He has given us. Brother Ric read from Luke, and preached a very appropriate Mother’s Day message. He spoke…
It has been a beautiful Sabbath day which happens to also be Mother’s Day. Every mother deserves a day to be pampered and my special two days began Saturday when my kids came and prepared brunch which we all shared along with stories of days gone by. I enjoyed this…
Hope all you mothers had a nice day Sunday. I believe I saw 64 on the register at Garrison Church. Lisa and Wyatt Ellison sang together and Lisa had a solo. We had a wonderful service, several went to the altar to pray. Good fellowship among everyone. Nice gifts were…
We had a work day at the church on Saturday. We had a good turn out to help. We got a lot accomplished. We appreciate all who came out and helped Happy Home Church put on a new face. We appreciate those who brought food for breakfast and lunch. We…
Tuesday, May 14 – Maybe we are going to have spring after all. It’s a beautiful morning. Hope all you mothers had a good Mother’s Day. Ted Collins, Autumn and Blaine visited last Tuesday with Ann Collins. Ted mowed her yard Sharon Driskell visited me on Wednesday morning. Ann Collins…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent. Sunday school lesson was The Peril of False Teaching, II Peter 2:1-3 and 17-22 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed…
I hope all you mothers had a great Mother’s Day Sunday as we all need to thank our mothers we have or had for who we are today. Our pastor, Bro. Benny Dewitt brought a good Sunday morning message on mothers beginning in Genesis, on our first mother, Eve and…
Howdy. Well the building on Travis and Mikyla’s house is coming along pretty good now. Chad said he sure is happy to have “Plum Bob Dave” helping him (David Richardson) to all of you that didn’t know who that was. David is on vacation and he is spending it down…
Church began with singing, many prayer requests and a praise report, Sunday morning. We were blessed to have several of Sister Lisa’s family with us, who would later be helping her celebrate her birthday. The congregation sang Happy Birthday to Sister Lisa. Brother Ric preached a very good message, taken…
Scarse news this week. I missed church and I missed club so I haven’t been anywhere or heard anything. Oh well, the weather is always a topic to write about and what about this weather?? We got to watch it snow a few times here in Wasola, but no accumulations,…
Monday morning drags at our house. Our get up and go has left. We took a morning nap and felt better. Monday evening we visited with Gordon and Russ Jones. We told a few tales and left. Nothing like a good hunting or fishing story to share with friends. David…
Hello from our home to your home, Carol Carson came on Tuesday afternoon to have our Bible Study at 3:15, but many ladies were getting a manicure with Whitney Pollard from Three Rivers Hospice, so our starting time was delayed a while and then when we got started it was…
Our morning service opened with Bro. Dale greeting all with a good morning. We had prayer requests with prayer by Sister Ulla. We sang for Jesus. We had our pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We gave our gifts for Sunday school and Bro. Gregg blessed them with…
After opening prayer and singing for our morning service, in our Sunday school class we studied about relying on our living hope in Jesus. Always remember that our troubles in this world are nothing compared to the eternal life we have in Jesus. Remember next Sunday, May 12 is Mother’s…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was A Flourishing Faith, II Peter 1:3-9 and 19-21 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Raymond Haden sang a…
Howdy. I have been asked where the word “gleanings” came from, so I asked Ruth Bradshaw. She told me that in the Bible, in the book of Ruth, Ruth would go behind the reapers who picked corn out of the fields, and they were called gleanings (basically the leftovers). I…
Church was opened up with prayer then Dan led the congregation with songs. The children took up the Penny March. Sunday school class was opened up with Bro. Darrel. He taught a very good Sunday school lesson from Luke. Specials were done by the children with Sis. Caylon Graham. She…
Several were away this past Sunday and church attendance was small, however, the Lord is here no matter how many gather in His name. We received another good rain, creeks are running and ponds are full, which is great news beginning the summer. Visitors with Tom and Jewell Elliott have…
Another week of news from Little Creek! Where does all the time go? The days have gone by one by one for 84 years and five days of my life and it seems only yesterday was the spring of my life and now it is winter, just as another spring…
Most folks around here are water logged. It has done some damage, I guess you can’t have your cake and eat it to. It sure helps that we were so dry last year. Loy Lakey has been visiting Ralph and Melissa Hutchinson. Also April the lady they bought their farm…
Hello from our home to your home. This month has simply flown by with snow storm and 80 degree weather, but Spring is definitely here. Our shrubs are beautiful with new growth and some are blooming. I rolled out into the shade of the trees and it really took some…
We had a wonderful weekend in the Lord. Our quarterly meeting was Friday night with a good turnout. We had good singing and good preaching and lots of food and fellowship. Saturday night was our monthly singing and we had a good attendance. Several churches were represented. We had a…
What a beautiful spring day this Monday is. Old man winter seems to be reluctant to give up this year. Sounds like it will be cold again in a few days. I spent the past week in Moberly, they have had lots of rain and a lot of snow, the…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was Victorious Saints, I Peter 1-10 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingram, Elsie…
Well it’s Sunday afternoon and that sun sure feels good. I’m looking forward to these warm days the weatherman has forecasted for us. Darrel and Audean came by for a short visit Saturday afternoon. I think they were just out for a drive to get out of the house. I’m…
It was incredible and beautiful Monday that we’ve all been waiting for. It was a warm, sunny day. We spent the day in Springfield most of the day and will be again early tomorrow for an appointment. It is suppose to be rainy and cold again towards the end of…
Howdy. We sure had a gully-washer Wednesday and Thursday. There were car run-offs, people had to be rescued, homes had to have their basements pumped out because they were full of water. But aren’t we glad in this area that there weren’t any deaths? We need to always look on…
Church was opened up in prayer then Dan led the congregation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. We were then dismissed to Sunday school class. Dan taught the adult Sunday school class as Bro. Darrel was sick. Specials were sung by children and led by Sis.…
Church began with singing and as always, so many prayer requests for our community, and our nation, after the tragic things, which have happened in the last few days. Our church and community were very saddened at the loss of our longtime member and dear friend, Mary Ann Hathcock. Our…
This has been a beautiful Lord’s Day. Most all were in church today. Our lesson was over before I knew it. I really appreciate our lesson hour. Danny answers all questions and then discussion. All of us appreciate our teacher and we probably do not tell him often. Burr’s message…
What a Spring it has been….it’s cold, it’s warm and it’s hard to get the garden planted. Early Easter must mean late Spring the way it is this year. Turkeys don’t cooperate very good. Mushroom season is a bummer this year too. James and I had a good Sunday. Gracie…
Our morning service began with a good morning to all from Bro. Dale. We had our pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We sang for Jesus and had prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Carrie. We gathered our Sunday school gifts with Sister Peggy asking the blessing…
Opening the morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on Living On Hope and to encourage those who put their faith in Jesus will again rise and be with Him. There will be a Fourth Sunday Singing at the Ava General Baptist Church Sunday, April…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Suffering Saints, I Peter 4:1-17 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were by Lena Ingram, Elsie Atchison,…
Good Monday morning to all my friends and neighbors. My goodness we got a good rain didn’t we? All the roads were washed so bad. We said a special pryaer for Leon cause I’ll bet his phone got hot from all the calls he was getting. Anyway Ethan took me…
Church opened with prayer. Dan led congregation in song. We had one little girl who was having a birthday. We wish her many more. The children took up the penny march. Then we were dismissed to Sunday school class. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke and…
Church began with singing, “Amazing Grace”, with devotion and prayer requests. We have so many that are out and many with serious illnesses to pray for. We appreciated having Brother Jerry and Donna Loveland in our morning service, and especially having Donna play the piano. Please come again. Brother Ric…
Hello to everyone from Little Creek on this beautiful sunshiny Friday morning. I just finished reading both local newsapapers, and was especially happy to read River Stillwood’s update item. We had just talked of her at club and all were concerned that she hadn’t contributed her excellent writings for quite…
The morning service opened with Sister Naomi greeting all with a good morning. We did our pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We sang for Jesus. We had prayer requests and prayer was led by Sister Shirley. Sunday school began with our leader Sister Peggy leading in prayer.…
Opening prayer was by Doug Miller. Todays Sunday school lesson shows how God poured the Holy Spirit on the disciples and encourage believers in Jesus to proclaim the gospel. Happy Anniversary wishes goes out to Joie and Stacy Welker and Howard and Diane Graham. April 19th is our third Friday…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Submission Attitudes, I Peter 3:7-16 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Raymond Haden, Ferne…
Another wonderful day for worship Sunday, with several prayer requests and praise reports,also. We appreciated our visitor. We miss those who were absent. Brother Ric read 1Corinthians 15:1-19, for his message entitled, “What if there was no resurrection?” He also spoke on some of the problems that churches are facing…
Last Weeks News- I almost forgot to write my news until my sister Jean called just now with hers. She and Jim had company for dinner after church namely Danny and Jamie Dry and their son, Benji and Dana, Rusty Frye and Ruth and Burr Taber. After dinner guests were…
Hello from our home to your home. It is such a lovely day, absolutely perfect with a slight breeze. I just returned from a journey outside. I managed to visit the fish pond and spend a while under the shade of one of our Bradford pear trees with the breeze…
Our morning service was opened by Bro. Dale with a good morning to all. We said the pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We sang for Jesus and prayer requests were made. There were many. Prayer was led by Sister Juanita. Sunday school began with our leader Bro.…
Doug Miller opened our service with prayer, after singing, our Sunday school lesson was on when God gives us promises He keeps His word. Jesus promised His resurrection, peace, understanding and a renewed power to the disciples. Our special song was by Ramona Henning. Bro. Huskey brought our morning message…
Church started Sunday morning with singing songs. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was Growing To Christian Maturity, I Peter 2:11-17 and 21-23 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were…
Well this has been a wonderful day. I really did enjoy the warmth. We had good service at Frye Church. Bro. Jeff said he was going to preach at Girdner Church tonight. The kids here took their boats and went to the lake. They brought home some fish and then…
Howdy. Ruth Bradshaw gave a birthday surprise party Sunday evening for her caregiver, Gale Robertson. There were a lot of people there. She received a dozen pink roses and several gifts. Cake and ice cream was served. Laurel Hall and June Swanson wanted to do something special for their friend,…
We had good services Easter Sunday. We opened up in prayer then the congregation was led in some songs. The children took up the penny march. We are really proud of our young people. Birthday offering was given by Rachael Garner and Bro. Graham’s grandson. They both are five years…
It was a very rainy morning on the outside, however, the inside was warm and a wonderful day for Easter Resurrection Sunday. We appreciate all who came out to hear a hopeful message about the Risen Savior. We had several prayer requests to begin our service, please remember each of…
April showers bring May flowers and mushrooms. Mercy where is the warm weather. Most everyone is afraid we will go from a cold, wet spring to another drought. Wednesday James and I attended the retirement party for Deb (Hodges) Hall at Delmina Woods. She worked 23 years there. She is…
We had a wonderful spiritual Easter Sunrise Service. Attendance was good. Bro. Ray Dobbs brought the message from the Lord. He kept us on the edge of our seats through it all. We thank Bro. Ray, his wife and their daughter for coming to join us in this day of…
Monday, April 1st. Mark and Debbie Herron and their four daughters, Sensi, Gracie, Gena and Gabby and their daughters of Plattsmouth, Nebraska recently spent a week visiting Don and Kathy Haney. Debbie is the Haney’s daughter. On their return trip home they toured Fantastic Caverns and also a cheese factory…
Easter Sunday we started our early morning with a Sunrise service at 7 a.m. Bro. Rodney Brown was our guest speaker with text from Luke, chapter 24. Jesus is our risen Savior and because He lives we have hope today and eternal life and can go to him directly with…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Hope Of The World, I Peter 1:3-7 and 18-21 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were…
Well I sure hope everyone had a good Easter Sunday. The Lord blessed us with a beautiful day. We had good services at Frye Church. Bro. Jeff had a really good sermon. Then after services we had dinner and fellowship. Always lots of good food. We enjoyed Bro. Gaither’s song…
Howdy. Well, I think Friday morning the peepers weren’t peeping and the gobblers were probably quiet as church mice. The good thing about it snowing in spring is that it doesn’t stay long. Prom turned out fun for all. Our Best Dressed Couple for the night was J.D. Chadwell, son…
We were glad to have our visitors Sunday morning, several from Brother Ric and Lisa’s family that were here for his mother’s funeral. We had many prayer requests, and especially the bereaved. Brother Ric read James 4:13-17, with the title, “Keep God In Your Plan.” We can make lots of…
What a Saturday! James married a couple at noon at Garrison Church. We came back home and went to his niece, Ashlee Rowland’s 16th birthday. Those attending were her grandmother, Kathy Lunday and grandad, Coleman Fugate, her aunt, Shawna, Jason, Cale and Jena Phillips, her great aunt, Christy Lakey, great…
Hello from our home to your home, it has been a busy week around our home getting ready for the annual Easter Egg Hunt for Ava Head Start and the Ava Elememtary Kindergarten classes. The Easter Bunny is scheduled to appear on March 27th at 11:00, we all look forward…
Bro. Gregg opened our morning service with a good morning to all. We sang for Jesus and had prayer requests. Sister Naomi led in prayer. We did our pledges to the flags and to the Bible. We gave our gifts for Sunday school with a blessing by Bro. Gregg. Our…
After opening prayer and singing to start our morning service we were taught in our Sunday school lesson the privilege of serving others. Jesus was always teaching that to his disciples. Sometimes Jesus’ life situations often left them speechless. The church enjoyed some special songs by Al Jenkins and Phyllis…
Howdy. Can’t wait for spring, which is the 20th of this month. Elms begin blooming, turkeys start to gobble and the spring peepers (frogs) start talking. The end of this month the ruby throated hummingbirds begin to arrive. Spring is the beginning of new life which also reminds me of…
Church opened up in prayer then Dan led the congregation in song. The children took up the Penny Church. Bro. Darrel brought a good lesson from Luke. Rayonna and Rachael sang a special and then Dan sang a special with the girls. Darrel and Helen also sang a special. Church…
Services began with prayer for those in need, the military, the unsaved, those with illnesses, nursing home patients, and the bereaved. We were sorry to hear of the death of pastor’s niece in Kansas City. Brother Ric used the title,”Satan In His Best Dressed Suit”, as his message Sunday morning. He…
Good Monday morning everybody. I’m ready for coffee. It looks cold and wet outside, but I think we got over an inch of welcome rainfall. I stayed home yesterday due to different health issues and since I missed church and also club Wednesday. I don’t have much news. Karen came…
March 7th was a good root crop day. We will see. We planted the spuds and put out our onion sets. Peas were planted in Feb. Early bird gets the worm and they usually get my peas. James cleaned the Martin boxes, so when the scouts come through they will…
Hello from our home to your home. Oh, my, the weather has been wonderful for a few days! It is as if Spring were already here. Today is Sunday and it is raining and that too is like spring. Saturday morning Mrs. Norma Stillings was here playing the piano and…
Some of us from Happy Home Church went to Skyline Full Gospel Church last Friday night for their monthly singing. Lots of good music, fellowship and food. Our morning service opened with a good morning to all from Bro Gregg. He prayed and we had the pledges to the flags…
Opening our morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on Daniel’s vision of things that must come before the end and should be an encouragement to all Christians. Our special song this morning was by our quartet of Narvil Tetrick, Wendell Deo, Rod and Joie…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Way of Words and Wisdom, James 3:1-12 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Bro. Lyle Wright read…
We had good sevices Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer, then he lead congregational singing. The children took up the penny march. We are proud of our young people. Brother Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke and different scriptures. Specials were sung by Rayonna and Rachael Garner. Janice…
And the good rains came for which we felt abundantly blessed. We all had much to thank our Lord for and we did so in unison in church Sunday morning. Our class was very good with much discussion which always makes things more interesting. We started in Luke and studied…
Hello from our home to your home, the weather keeps amazing us with its turns- rotating from hot to cold over night. We played Pokenno Saturday afternoon. Anna asked me to call Pokenno. She and Danny wanted to play, so we had it announced over the inter-com and we had…
Bro. Gregg opened our morning service with a good morning to all. Bro. Gregg began with prayer. We had our pledges to the flags and to the bible. We sang a song for Jesus. We had many prayer requests. Prayer was led by Bro. Gregg. We gave our Sunday school…
On this Monday, March 4th will try and write some news. Well we finally got some sunshine and a bit warmer temps. Chris Hartzell came Thursday and had supper with her grandma, Ann Collins. Tracy, Hannah and Devin Griffeth came after me Friday after school and spent until Sunday evening…
Church started Sunday morning by singing, then Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent, with prayer by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Lesson was The Manifestation of Our Faith. After a good lesson, we sang, with special by Fern Cooper, Philip Cotrone, Elsie Atchison, Lena Engram, Woodrow Coonce, and Sue Wright and family.…
John 3:16. “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life”. 17, For God sent not his son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through him might be saved. …
Howdy. We had a good rain Monday night. I believe it rained almost all night long. The kids got their wish. No school on Tuesday, with a little snow. We got a little over 2 1/2 inches. Wanda Helms has been moved from Columbia Hospital to the Mountain Grove nursing…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer.Then he led congregation in some songs. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. The children took up the Penny March. We are proud that we have a good number of young children who take up the Penny March.…
We began with singing, asked to pray for our many requests, and thanked Him for His blessings. Brother Ric read from Romans 5, as well as several others, to emphasize his point that charity is the greatest of all gifts. If we don’t have charity, or love, then we have…
Here we are back to changing our time again. I guess everything has changed so much just as well mess with the time. Sister Willene Adams funeral was at Clinkingbeard Funeral Home Thursday. February 24th at church a week before James preached he said I don’t usually do this but…
Hello from our home to your home, we have missed much of the snow that fell on north Missouri, but we have certainly felt the cold breeze blowing. Spring is just around the corner so we can anticipate a change in the foliage. I love to watch the foliage over…
Bro. Dale opened our morning service with a great good morning to all. We sang for Jesus and had many prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Alice. We had the pledge to the flags and the Bible. Sister Sharron read a poem. We had a Bible verse out of…
Prayer by Doug Miller opened the morning service. Our Sunday school lesson was in the book of Daniel teaching us of a glorious reign ahead. Jesus will rule forever and ever. We can rejoice because our Lord is in control. We appreciate Bob Hammons and Wildwood coming to Gentry to…
Well good morning to all my friends and neighbors. My goodness I’ll be more than ready for warm weather. I just stay cold most all the time. We had good services at Frye Church yesterday morning. Bro. Jeff was preaching on faith. He did an awesome job. Bro. Tom Bentley…
Last Thursday, we welcomed David Williams and citizen Cheyenne Lafferty and her mother Dana as well as Judge Elizabeth Bock. Citizen Derek Lane was unable to attend and is scheduled to come in March. After some discussion, we decided to postpone our Benefit Volleyball Tournament that was scheduled for March…
Last Thursday’s meeting was canceled due to weather conditions. Glenda and Donna did get to attend Mid Winter Conference this past weekend in Springdale, Ark., but had to leave later than intended due to weather conditions. Several who usually come from Columbia, Jefferson City and other places north of here were…
Howdy. On Valentine’s Day Joe Wright was hospitalized. He had to have a stent put in, but he is doing much better now. Sorry to hear that Julie King passed away. She lived here when I was in school. Her daughter, Donna was in my class. David Dake just keeps…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened with prayer then he led the congregation in songs. The children took up the penny march. Bro. Bill Graham’s granddaughter gave a birthday offering. Prayer requests was given for Becky Cottengin and many more. Keep Becky in your prayer. Specials were sung by…
Church opened with singing a verse of Amazing Grace, Brother Martin reading the devotional, and our long list of prayer concerns. There are many who have lost loved ones, those in the hospital and nursing homes, and those with illnesses that are ongoing. We pray for the lost and the…
We have been blessed with a beautiful Sabbath and we must all agree that we are appreciative and that we have thanked the Giver of all good things. Our Lord is good. Our lesson today was about the crucifixion and the blood that was shed for us on the old…
Last Weeks News – My apologies to Hope Evans as it was her picture that was in the paper. When you get old your memory gets mixed. Hope was in the paper this week. Lots of times kids we know are in it and no names telling who they are…
Hello from our home to your home. We were anticipating the big ice storm that was forecasted and we got it in mostly sleet, but very dangerous. Some of our caregivers stayed here at the home overnight, but some stayed home the next day, so things were quiet around here. …
We had a wonderful singing Saturday night. We had a good crowd and everyone seemed to be in good voice. The presence of the Lord was with us. The fellowship which followed the singing was a blessing. Our morning service was opened by Bro. Gregg greeting all with a great…
Joie Welker opened our morning service with prayer. In our Sunday school class Paul was teaching us how to treat others with respect, have a good attitude, be watchful in what we say and let others see Jesus in us. Happy Birthday wishes for little Gracie Howard. Happy Anniversary wishes…
Several members were able to make our monthly night meeting last Thursday at 6 p.m. to hear Suzanne Cooney’s presentation about child abuse awareness. Club members are willing to help this group by whatever means we can to ensure that child abuse stops. Glenda and Donna are looking forward to…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then led the congregation in songs. The children took up the penny march. We were glad to have more children. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. Rayonna and Rachael sang a special. Bro. Graham’s daughter sang a…
We appreciate everyone who was out on Sunday, I’m sure it was a good message. Please remember to pray for those who were mentioned. Our new bible study started last Sunday evening at 5:30, please come and join us. It will be the Easter story from Mark, and will continue…
Hello from our home to your home, we don’t know what to expect from the weather, one day it’s really nice, the next day it’s cold and damp. Just a bright reminder that Spring is just around the corner. Saturday morning Ms. Norma Stillings played the piano and Bro. Tom…
Some of us from Happy Home attended a singing at Skyline Full Gospel Church last Friday night. What a blessing it was. They have one every third Friday night of the month, so mark it on your calendar for March. Our morning service opened with Bro. Dale greeting everyone. We…
Our Sunday morning service was opened with prayer, after singing our Sunday school classes studied about how to learn to stop what is destructive and use what it constructive in our spiritual life. Our special song was by Dennis and Sandy Shumate. Sunday, February 24th we are having a dinner…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superitendent and prayer was given by Bro. Jack Cotrone. Sunday school lesson was A Hymn of Grateful Praise, Psalms103:1-22 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Elsie Atchison,…
Howdy. Ruth Bradshaw called me this week. She had a lot of company and wanted to let people know how much she appreciates everyone calling or coming by. Marlynn Walker, Larry Quin and Marlynn Flake from Hartville came by. Carlyn Hull paid a visit and brought a gift from her…
After singing, and devotion, we asked God to bless and care for those with serious illnesses, and those still recuperating. We appreciated having Betty and Lenore visit, they are homefolks to us. Brother Ric read from Ephesians 2:21-22, how as God’s people we are fitly framed together. We each have a part…
Everyone is in a spring mood, cleaning yards, building fence, getting the garden ready. Easter lilies are up. They as well as us maybe getting a good fooling. Saturday it sleeted a little. I always say it will be what God wants. Thursday James got his hair cut at Sparta.…
Hello from our home to your home. We had a little skiff of snow, enough to make the ground white and it stayed so cold even in the sunshine that it did not melt all during the day. Then we had some rain and the weather warmed up, but it…
Well it’s a beautiful sunshiny morning this Monday after a good rain Saturday and a nice day on Sunday. I need to correct some mistakes in last weeks items. My penmanship isn’t very good anymore. Sharon Driskell had gone to town with Bev and Bill Emery and the Bible verse,…
Joie Welker started our morning service with prayer. Our Sunday school lesson was on how to have a deeper knowledge of God’s word. We live in a day when false teachings are rampant and its important to study and learn the truth. Happy Birthday wishes went out Judy Hall. Doug…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Help From Above, Psalms 91:1-16 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson, we sang several songs. Special were performed by Lena Ingram, Elsie…
Psalms 143:8, ” Cause me to hear thy loving-kindness in the morning for in thee do I trust: cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; for I lift up my soul unto thee.” I love some of these prayers of David’s and we’re told that God will…
At last week’s meeting, we had no guests so we were able to focus on some club business. Among the items on the agenda, Jayma informed us that a volleyball tournament will be held on March 9 from noon till 6 p.m. at MOCH. Proceeds will benefit our club projects. …
Howdy. My husband says the weather is changing so much, it’s like my mood swings. But have you ever seen it 70 degrees one day and 30 the next? The school will be out the 7th at 12:20 and all day on the 8th. The girls basketball will have a…
We began church with Brother Martin reading our devotional, followed by many, many prayer requests. We were glad to have one of our own back with us, hope she will be back soon. Our Sunday school was very interesting, speaking about us looking for the “real thing”, not a substitute…
This Sabbath day was warm and beautiful in every way. All were out for church services except for Rheanna and we missed her. Jamie and Ruth sang an old song but with a different spin to it. We sometimes come to church and let all the others do the moving…
What a week, I had the flu, I mean the whole nine yards plus. James had it and we could not hardly take care of each other. According to the ground hog we will have early spring. One day James killed several red waspers. With weather being cold then warm…
Hello from our home to your home, we stay busy guessing the weather and what our high temp will be, several residents are always in the gardening mode. It’s time to start thinking about planting the flowers, tomatoes and our other vegetables. Tomatoes are the most important, everyone loves the…
Our morning service was opened by Sister Naomi with a good morning to all. We sang a song for Jesus and said the pledges to the flags and the Bible. Sister Naomi read scripture from St. John 14:27. Sunday school began with our leader Sister Mary leading in prayer. She…
Guess I’ll try and write a little bit of news this chilly Tuesday morning. It is 27 degrees here and frosty. Ann Collins and I enjoyed going to church Sunday morning. Ted Cain and wife were there, he talked for the Gideons. Ginger Burch and Dwayne Sparks gave birthday offerings.…
Opening our morning service with prayer was Doug Miller. Our Sunday school lesson taught us what is necessary for our lives to demonstrate Christ’s presence and greatness. They are humility and submission, we need rid of pride and be humble. Our Happy Birthday wishes goes out to Kenny Eaves, Sharon…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Meaning of Life taught by Ronnie Epps. We sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingram, Elsie Atchison Raymond and Naida Haden and Sue Wright.…
Good morning! Isn’t God good to us? This weather is awesome. We could be covered with ice and snow. I’ve had a really good week after being sick and my feet hurting. I feel pretty good. Kelly asked me if I’d like to go to West Plains with her and…
At last week’s meeting, we were happy to see Mr. Williams and January citizens of the month, Joe Herrell and Casey Ritchie as well as Casey’s parents, Jan and Betsy. Casey was even so kind as to play us a few songs on her fiddle. Among the items on the agenda, members…
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Mr. Williams requested that January citizens meeting be postponed till Jan. 31. We look forward to seeing them on that day. Among the items on the agenda were: a Kiwanis One Day Project, fundraising ideas and Mid Winter Conference to be held next month in Springdale,…
We had good services over the weekend. Dan opened up in prayer then he led us in prayer. The children took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a good lesson from Luke. Specials were by Rayonna and Rachael, Darrel and Helen and Dan and Janice. Bro. Billy Graham brought…
We began with singing, followed with our scripture reading and so many prayers for all our loved ones. We had a good lesson, again about Paul, comparing this Christian life we are in to a race. There is no place to quit and we must keep our eyes focused on…
It’s a beautiful day in the Ozarks and the neighborhood. Now, that’s an interesting word. I wonder who first penned neighborhood. But, back to the topic at hand –– the news. Yesterday was drizzly and wet but everyone at church was bright and cheery and glad to be together to…
Hello from our home to your home, well it seems that spring has sprung-it is supposed to be around 70 degrees today. But don’t trust it because it is to be down into the 30′s and Wednesday with snow flurries. We just haven’t had much rain or snow yet this…
Last night we had our first Saturday singing of 2013. If you were not there you missed a blessing. We had a good crowd with a lot of music and fellowship. Remember the fourth Saturday night February and we will do it again. Hope to see you then. Our morning…
On this dreary Sunday evening will try and write some news. We have gotten a little rain today. We sure need moisture bad. Last Friday night Chris Hartzell visited Ann Collins, then on Saturday Ann’s visitors were Carol Wise and Riley O’Shea. On Sunday Jim and Josh Hurst and Bertha…
Joie Welker opened the morning service with prayer. In our Sunday school class we studied to believe in the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior and we are called upon to run with patience the race that is set before us. Happy Anniversary wishes went out to Wes and Brenda Hampel…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Redemptive Acts of God, Psalms 78:1-17 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena…
Good Monday morning to all my friends and neighbors. I hardly know where to start. I haven’t written in so long. Anyway I hurt a foot last fall and it’s taking it’s time to get well and the foot doctor in Springfield told me it was full of ole arthur.…
Several members gathered at Krazy Daze last Thursday at noon for the regular weekly meeting. We are going to be checking into some fundraising opportunities as we continue service to the community. We also approved a February calendar and a list of scheduled yearly events for the Chamber to include in…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in songs. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. Sis. Helen brought a very good message from Luke 9:57-62 and Ephesians 3:20 and Sunday night from I Corinthians 20 and I Corinthians 1.…
After singing and prayer requests, we had a very good lesson, and always find we can learn something, even when we have studied it before. Brother Ric read Ephesians 5:1-20, don’t follow the crowd, but we must put on the new man. We had business meeting Sunday evening and changed…
Have you heard about the wonderful works of the onion. They say slice one, put it in a small container with no lid. It works wonders for the flu. James’ sister found it on the computer. She said it helped her granddaughter, Shelby, get over it quick. So you are…
Hello from our home to your home in this January 2013, which we anticipated to be snowy, blowy and bad, but with many days of spring-like temperatures, and I must say, we have been disappointed because we need the moisture to raise the water-table after last summer’s scarcity of rain. …
Our morning service opened with Sister Naomi greeting us with a good morning to all. We are doing something new by saying the pledges to the American flag, the Christian flag and the Bible. We sang for Jesus and had many prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Peggy…Sister Patsy…
Opening Sunday morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on having our focus on Jesus Christ and the desire to know Him more. Happy Birthday wishes went out to Joanne Welker. Haley Beard graduated from children’s church and received a certificate. Our Bible study and…
The last few days have been beautiful, sunny days for January. We still have a couple of months in which we could get very cold weather. We need to continue to pray for moisture. We don’t want to start this year as dry as this. We made a trip to…
Howdy. Tuesday morning was just another day of getting all four kids ready, getting them to school and heading to Springfield. But Shawn and Shelly Chadwell didn’t know while they were in the big city, someone was breaking into their house stealing jewelry and money. But the robbers didn’t get…
Again, our group was very small, folks out with illnesses and some with visitors. We enjoyed a good time together in Sunday school and prayed for all those on our prayer list. Please come and join us if you are looking for a church home, we will make you feel…
Old age has set in around here. Last week as we are going up the road I told James I forgot to mail my items. Oh well, you will have a lot to read this week. Sorry to hear of the passing of Dick Richards and Bessie Hall. Sympathy to…
Hello from our home to your home, it was a very merry holiday season at our home this year and it continues in the new year. Connie Burris our activity director has been on vacation and we have truly missed her around our home. All the trees and decorations are…
Well I am sure everyone woke up to a cold morning with some winter mix on the ground. I believe Ava missed most of the winter stuff though. We called off church at Happy Home, but some went and had a good service. Everyone helped and all went well. God…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Repentance That Works, Psalms 51:1-15 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson, we sang sevral songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingram, Elsie…
Howdy. For some of you folks that like to take in a good ballgame, Norwood’s homecoming is Friday, Jan. 18 at 6 p.m. They will be playing against Hartville. There will also be a crowning of homecoming king and queen. Norwood’s fire dues are $35 this year. Sometimes we don’t…
The holidays are over and good to be back in church. Dan opened up in prayer then he led congregational singing. Then the children took up the penny march. We then dismissed to class. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. Specials were sung by Rayonna and Rachael,…
We were few in number this week, however, the spirit was strong and we continued on with so many prayers for our loved ones, those still sick, all the bereaved and the unchurched in our community. We had a most interesting Sunday school lesson, continuing about Paul, which was a…
It’s a beautiful sunny Lord’s day and it was good to be in service at church this morning. Julia sang and it was a blessing to us all. She has a beautiful voice for such a little girl and Nicole played a special on the piano. It was good to…
Last Weeks News – Our morning service began with Bro. Dale greeting all with a great good morning. We sang a song for Jesus. We had prayer requests and prayer by Bro. Gregg. Bro. Dale read scripture from Romans 10:9. Our Sunday school leader, Sister Naomi, read from Galatians 5:1-26.…
Well another New Year has began and a week of it already gone. Wishing a peaceful Happy New Year to all. Patty Stephens came down last Sunday. She was here when Annie and I got home from church. Annie ate lunch with us before she went on home. Get-well wishes…
Opening our Sunday morning service with prayer was Doug Miller. In our Sunday school class, we studied about “Proclaiming Christ” while we are still on earth, we should, as Paul did, use our opportunity to tell others about Jesus. Happy Birthday wishes went out to Ruby Buchanon. Wednesday night at…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was True Prosperity, Psalms 37:1-15 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Elsie Atchison, Woodrow Coonce,…
It’s a beautiful Tuesday morning with the sun shining through my front window. I appreciate our beautiful sunny days, but we’re desperate for rain and heard we were to get rain tomorrow night then forecasting maybe Thursday or Friday. This being Tuesday we will not be quilting today. Some of…
James and I attended the Christmas program at Eastern Gate, Mt. Olive and Garrison churches. All the children and adults did real good. December 23rd Delmina Woods youth did two skits and opened their presents from the folks at Garrison Church. They chose a name and the girls had what…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Bro. Woodrow Coonce took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Raymond Haden. Sunday school lesson was The Forgotten Characters of Christmas, Luke 2:25-38 taught by Bro. Raymond Haden. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed…
We began our services Sunday with a Christmas Carol, and many prayers for so many folks in need. Our church and community is saddened at the passing of our dear friend and neighbor, Sister Bessie Hall, early Christmas morning. Instead of regular church service, we all did a poem, reading…
Our group was small, however, we had a great Sunday school lesson, good spirit, and many prayers sent up for our loved ones. Brother Ric spoke from Luke, we all are thinking about the Christmas season and the true meaning of this holy time of year. We had a wonderful…
I will try to write something for the paper after neglecting doing so for a few weeks. This Sunday afternoon is beautiful in our Ozark neck of the woods. I finally made it out of bed after sleeping in until ‘up in the mornin’. I felt bad Saturday and slept…
Hello from our home to your home, it has been a while since we sent in any news, a lot has happend around our home. We have went from Fall to Christmas in just a matter of days. Everyone has been mentioning to us that there hasn’t been any news…
We have had a lot going on this past week. We have been working on an outreach program for Christmas and I truly believe it has been a success. I know it has been a real blessing for all of us. Thursday we wrapped gifts for the families we adopted…
The morning service opened with prayer and our Sunday school lesson was “Unity In The Body of Christ.” Our lesson shows us how all of us are in this together for the work of the church and understand the purpose of God in unity and fullfillment of this purpose. Happy…
The Fall meeting of the Gamma Phi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma took place on November 10th, at the Cabool First United Methodist Church. During the Business portion of the meeting, Mary Jane Lybyer volunteered to become the new chair of the Scholarship Committee to fill that vacancy. The Chapter…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was A Two-Fold Revelation of God, Psalms 19:1-11 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Annabell…
Its somewhat cold without the benefit of having the sun shining this Monday morning. My friend just left after a short visit and bringing me a variety of candy she and her mother had made. My mother-in-law and I had some good times making Christmas candy. One day when Jerry…
We had good services Sunday . Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in some songs. The children took up the Penny March. Specials were performed by Rayonna and Racheal Garner, Dan and Janice with Sybil at piano. Darrel and Helen did a special as well. Bro.…
Although winter has finally arrived, it was a great day to worship, Sunday. We continue to have so many on the list to pray for, always remember each one and so many unspoken, also. The bereaved need our prayers, especially. Brother Ric read from Matt. 1:16-25, telling the story of…
Greetings from a very tired old woman. James and me attended the Christmas luncheon for the Delmina Woods girls at the VFW in Ozark. The girls had two short skits. They were good. Jack Hailey asked James to say the blessing before the noon meal. They served a great dinner.…
We began our day with a good morning to all from Bro. Dale. We then sang for Jesus. We had prayer requests and there were many. Prayer was led by Bro. Gregg. We had scripture read from Matthew 7:1-7 by Sister Carla. Sunday school began with our leader Sister Peggy…
Will try and write a little list of news this Monday morning, December 10th. It is cold, but not bad for this time of year. Last Sunday after church Ann Collins and Ella May Daugherty went to Mountain Grove and went with Carol Wise and Riley O’Shea to Willow Springs…
Opening for our morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on “One In Christ” and to show since we are one in Christ with others who have faith in Him, we can fellowship with them whether they be from a Jewish or Gentile background. Happy…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was What Is Man, Psalms 8:1-9 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Annabell Walker, Dianne…
In the absence of Brother Ric, we had Brother Raymond Haden preach both services for us, Sunday. He used several scriptures in his message about the gospel. We appreciate Raymond and Naida singing for us in the evening service. We appreciated having John and Jo Stephens in the evening service.…
We have had some very nice days in the Ozarks, but a cool spell will approach soon. People are getting in the spirit of Christmas. Stores are full of people and shopping carts are mostly full. You would not think our economy is bad. Garrison Church changed the Christmas to…
Sister Naomi opened our morning service with a big good morning to all. We sang a song for the Lord. We read some Bible verses and scripture from the word. Our Sunday school leader Sister Naomi brought the lesson from the book of Galations. We had class comments and discussion.…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was from the Old Testament, Beatitudes, Psalms 1:1-6 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Prayer was given by Sister…
Howdy. I love Thanksgiving, but it seems that the stores just try to rush it so much. When I was a kid, Friday was a day to play with your cousins and just hang out with family. Now it’s the biggest sale day. Now I’m sitting around the dinner table…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led congregation in some songs. Then he taught Sunday school lesson from Matthew as Bro. Darrell and Helen had gone on a trip for Thanksgiving. Bro. Billy Graham brought a very good message. Sorry to hear about Danny…
We had a cold, brisk day, to begin after the Thanksgiving holiday. We had many to mention for prayer, some with the flu bug going around. We always want to remember those less fortunate than we, this season is not always kind to everyone. Brother Ric read from I Thess.…
A week ago Sunday attendance was 71. This Sunday was 63. Please pray for our deacon, Gordon Jones. He is still in the hospital. He is a very sick man. He has gained some, but has a long ways to go. A week ago Sunday was communion day. Lisa and…
Sister Naomi opened our morning service with a good morning to all. We sang a song for the Lord and had prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Peggy. Sister Naomi read scripture from Psalms 100:4-5. Sunday school began with our leader Sister Mary reading from II Corinthians 13:1-14. We…
Good afternoon on this cloudy, cold Monday. We had a beautiful Saturday and Sunday seems the old saying, “if you don’t like the weather in Missouri just stick around” seems to hold true. I had overnight company Saturday night Pat, Lucy and Olivia Daughterty of Spring Hill, Tennessee. Last Sunday…
Opening our morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on “Spreading The News” and to encourage believers to tell the good news of Jesus everywhere. Happy Birthday wishes went out to Mandy Rippee. Our special song was by Wanda Casady, Bobbie Miller and Rod and…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday School lesson was Seventy Weeks Until Messiah Comes, Daniel 9:21-27 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena…
Howdy. Thanksgiving – a day to reflect on things and family that you are truly thankful for. You may not have as much as others, but I bet if you look around, you probably have more than some. If you have your health, you already have more than most. God’s…
We were missing several folks due to traveling, company, etc, hopefully all will be back after the holidays. We continue to add many to our prayer concern list. We were glad to have visitors in our morning service, please feel welcome to come again. Brother Ric and Lisa were returning…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. Lyle Wright. Sunday school lesson was A Vision of Kingdom To Come in Daniel 7:1-7, 13-14 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer. Then he led the congegation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. Linna Rae Fleetwood gave a birthday offerings. The church sang Happy Birthday. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. Specials were performed by…
It was an extremely blustery day, but we had a great day to worship. There were many prayer requests, still folks with health issues, those having medical tests and others still recovering. It was Veteran’s Day and Brother Ric used several scriptures to speak about the lives that were given…
Greetings from Little Creek on this amazingly beautiful morning. I know there is lots of sadness in this life, but we have the good book to give us solace and a Savior who walks with us all the way. As Burr always says, “Pray and give God the glory.” I…
Hello from our home to your home, it has been a while since we have written any news. We have had our Annual Fall Festival with a large number of family members attending. The music was by The Gospel Strings, The Rod Humbryd Bluegrass Band and Jam Dandy. Everyone enjoyed…
Bro. Dale welcomed all with a great good morning. We sang a song for Jeus and had prayer requests. Sister Mary led in prayer. Sister Peggy read the scripture for the morning from Matthew 14:22-27. Sunday school began with our leader Sister Naomi reading from II Corinthians 11:24-33. We had…
A beautiful, cold, frosty morning here this Tuesday. Don’t know much news, but I am certainly glad the election is over. I spent last weekend with Tracy, Dave, Hannah and Devin Griffith. I enjoyed it. Then on Monday Patty Stephens came and took me to Mountain Grove for my protime…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. The Sunday school lesson was Daniel’s Deliverance from the Lion’s Den, Daniel 6:11, 12 and 16-23 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs.…
Howdy. News this week was slim pickins’. Sunday night they took Hazel Dodson back to the hospital. This time she stayed three days. They are trying to change her medicine so it doesn’t make her have chest pains. Her son Randy that has worked at the Plant Place is moving…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led congregation in some songs. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. We thank God for the good crowd and the new faces. We invite them back. We were glad to have Sybil and Freeman back.…
Another beautiful Lord’s day, as we began with singing some wonderful old hymns of the church. We had many prayer requests, some sick, some bereaved, always many dealing with problems, put each one on your prayer list. We appreciated having Brother Ric and Lisa’s two daughters and families with us…
Well by the time we read the news Thursday the election 2012 will be done. And this will be one happy citizen. I did vote. The autumn weather has been unsurpassed. I rode around the place Saturday, but this Sunday I haven’t felt like going out. James and Greg DeGase…
Time moves on, here we are in the autumn season. The hornet nests we seen are high up in the trees. The persimmon prediction may be accurate. James and me enjoyed all our trick or treaters and enjoyed visiting the adults. James looks forward to it every year. Saturday evening…
Bro. Dale Porter opened the morning service with a good morning to all. We appreciate Bro. Dale for what he does as we appreciate everyone who is filling in for all the things that we depended on our pastor for. Bro. Paul had us all spoiled. We miss him so…
Opening prayer for our morning service was by Doug Miller. Our Sunday school lesson was on “Taking A Stand.” It takes courage to take a stand for Jesus and there may be a price to pay if we faithfully share the gospel with others. Happy Birthday wishes goes out to…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Night Babylon Fell, Daniel 5:18-30 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingran,…
Good morning to all my friends and neighbors. My goodness the air is cool and crisp this morning. I haven’t built a fire, but I’ll probably do that before the day is over. Thanks to one of our good neighbors, Roger, brought in tomaotes and peppers so I’ve been working…
It was a great day to worship, thankful for those who came. We had so many to pray for, our children, grandchildren, the military, the bereaved, our camp, as well as our church and the lost. Be thankful for our abundant blessings. Brother Ric was away for the weekend, and…
The leaves are rapidly falling and the most beautiful autumn we’ve every had will soon be only a memory. The fall season has always been my favorite time of the year and it is over much too soon. We survived the hot, dry days of summer and then were blessed…
One never knows. Tuesday James and I were going for our lipids test so you fast 12 hours and then go out to breakfast. I got up that morning with pain so I ended up going through tests for a kidney stone. Hopefully I passed the problem Friday morning. Our…
We had our Fourth Saturday Night Singing Saturday Night. The crowd was small, but we were blessed as the Holy Spirit was with us. We won’t be having another Fourth Saturday Night Singing until in January 2013 because of it falling on the holiday weekend in November and December. See…
Well those of us, me included, who said we wouldn’t have a pretty fall have had to eat our words, the leaves have just been awesome. Some are still pretty, but the last two mornings have been cold. Don and Cathy Haney drove to Branson last Friday afternoon for a…
Opening the morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on Sharing The Good News of Jesus and to remember that when we share the gospel with others it will go to the ends of the earth, one person at a time. Our special song was…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce and Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant. Sunday school lesson was Tried In The Fiery Furnace, Daniel 3:19-26 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena…
It was another beautiful day to meet to worship, glad to have visitors. We had many on our prayer list, thankful for blessings, also. We have folks suffering with this summer cold. Brother Ric and Lisa have had children and grandchildren visiting, also. Brother Ric began his message from Luke…
October 6th sure was a change in weather. James and me spent a few days at Chateau on the Lake. Garrison Church made arrangements for us to go. They were holding a retreat for pastors and their wives presented by the Missouri Baptist Convention Family Ministries. We had good food,…
Our morning service opened with Sister Naomi welcoming all. We sang for Jesus and had many prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Mary. Sister Naomi read scripture from Isaiah 55:10-11. Sunday school began with leader, Sister Naomi, leading in prayer. Our lesson was in II Corinthians 9:1-15. We had…
The last two weekends the leaves have just been so beautiful. Hope all who were able to got outside and enjoyed them. I spent the past week in Moberly visiting Debbie and Shelby Hutchison, Jamie, Devin, Bailee, Lauryn and Hayden Snodgrass. I sure enjoyed myself. We took drives up to…
Our morning service started with prayer by Joie Welker. In our Sunday school lesson, Acts 8th, we studied about Simon’s love of money and power that came between him and Jesus. When some people get increasing power and influence there comes the danger of becoming worldly and corrupt. Scripture warns…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant, prayer by Brother Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was, “The Superiority of Spiritual Wisdom,” Daniel 1:8-16 and 20, taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson, we sang several songs. Prayer by Sister Lena Ingram, specials…
It’s a beautiful Tuesday morning here in Ava, but last night was quite stormy. The thunder and lightning woke me different times in the night. I saw snow on the news this morning in the California mountains and Tahoe areas and it was coming down. I was in that area…
I can’t believe we are already into October. The next three months are the most exciting time of all. All of the holidays are fast approaching and when you still have kids at home, they don’t let you forget to decorate and bake for the special seasons. Speaking of baking,…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in some songs. The girls took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson. We sure enjoy his lessons. Sis. Helen brought a very good message Sunday and Sunday night. Sis. Marie…
We had folks gone Sunday, however, we had a very good day to join together and pray for our loved ones and thank Him for His blessings. Our Sunday School lesson was very good, with lots of discussion. Brother Ric read from Jonah, cautioning us about running from God. It…
Our morning service began with Bro. Dale greeting all with a good morning. We sang for Jesus and had prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Naomi. Bro. Dale read scripture from Matthew 5:6. We gave our gifts and Sister Carrie led in prayer. Sunday school began with our leader,…
Opening the morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. In our Sunday school lesson we studied how faith gives us courage to speak boldly for our Lord even if we may have to die for our faith. Happy Birthday wishes went out to Doug Miller and our special song was…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was The Valley of Dry Bones, Ezekiel 37:1-11 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Prayer was given by Bro.…
Howdy. This last week was a good week for the weather but I’m thinking that a cool, wet fall is rapidly approaching, Farmers Day was a huge success. There were so many spectators, and lots of food and a great parade, (even though our church float came in 2nd). Tender…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer and then he led in congegational singing. Darrel and Helen had an anniversary. The church sang Happy Anniversary to them. Darrel brought a good Sunday school lesson. We missed Sybil Freeman, she was sick. Sis. Helen brought a very good…
Another beautiful day as we gathered together at Mt. Tabor. We remembered all those in prayer who were mentioned, always many in need of a special touch from the Lord. So many of our group were seeing their doctors this week, hope all receive a good report. Bro. Ric read…
I’m back this week with some news from our community. I’m sorry I neglected to write for the past two weeks, but sometimes I just come up with nothing to write. Not many give me their news and I get discouraged. But some events have happened and I’ll try to…
We had a good day in the Lord at Happy Home today. Bro. Dale welcomed all to the Sunday school portion of our Sunday services. We sang and had many prayer requests. Bro. Dale read scritpture from Proverbs 7:1-4. Our Sunday school lesson was from II Corinthians, chapter 7. We…
Opening the morning service with prayer was Doug Miller. In our Sunday school lesson, we learned that through faith, God gives us the words we need to speak boldly for Him. Pastor Riley’s morning message was from Luke, chapter 24. We should live and prepare for heaven and remember the…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was A Change In Leadership, Ezekiel 34:1-10 and 23-25 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by…
We had many to remember in prayer this morning, and so many bereaved families, we asked the Lord to protect our loved ones and restore health to those who are still struggling with illnesses. The community was saddened to hear of the passing of Edythe Applegate, our good friend and…
The cool weather sure is nice. It gets pretty warm in the evening. The time of year it’s hard to dress for. The persimmon shows a spoon meaning snow, some call the snow poor man’s fertilizer. Due to the bad drought most everyone fits in the poor man group if…
Bro. Dale Porter welcomed all to the morning service. We sang for the Lord. Many prayer requests were given. Prayer was led by Sister Carrie. Bro. Dale read scripture from Revelations 5:11-12. Sunday school leader Sister Mary read the lesson from II Corinthians 6:1-18. We had comments and discussion from…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant. Prayer was given by Bro. Raymond Haden. Sunday school lesson was To Live Or Die, The Law of Personal Responsibilty, Ezekiel 18:1-4 and 25-32 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs.…
Dan opened up in prayer then led the congregation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. We sure enjoy his teachings. Rayonna and Rachael did a special as well as Dan, Janice and Sybil and Dan and Helen.…
We began Sunday with singing and bringing our petitions before the Lord for our loved ones, friends and neighbors who are so in need of prayer. We’re thankful for those He has answered and appreciate the good rains He has sent our way. Brother Ric read scripture and always has…
God blessed us with a wonderful rain. Hazel Maggard could not of said it better. The rain has been a disaster for some and a blessing to others. Our hearts go out to those who got so much damage, but so thankful for what we received. I don’t think I…
Hello from our home to your home, we are truly enjoying the wonderful fall weather, Tonya had started to decorate the outside of our home for fall. Mums, haybales, pumpkins and corn stalks are just a few of our favorite things to decorate with. We have had several musical groups…
The article for Happy Home Church news was absent for two weeks as I was out of town. If you missed it then I know my time is not wasted. I for one enjoy reading the articles from all the communities to see what is going on and how everyone…
Not much news to write, but I’ll try anyway. Maybe some showers later this week, everything has sure greened up and growing, but it’s about time for a frost. We had good services at Prior on Sunday. Macy gave a birthday offering. She is 10 years old, also Norma and…
Opening the morning worship with prayer was Joie Welker. In our Sunday school class we studied about learning to be grateful. When we realize that god has blessed us so much we see how big and wonderful He is. He gives us more than we truly deserve. Happy Birthday wishes…
We had a busy meeting last week but even with several members out for different reasons, we got a lot of things were accomplished. Membership renewals were due and unfortunately, we will be losing several members at this time. The Annual Club Assessment was postponed to this week’s meeting due…
At last week’s meeting, Judy Wanko and her co-worker, Donita Prock attended our meeting and gave a presentation. We had a couple of visitors on that day as well. Plans are coming together for Kiwanis Kids Day on Sept. 29, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the city park. We…
Howdy, call me with any news, 746-1112. Friday is when I have to turn my news in, and it seems it comes so fast. I am so thankful for the positive response I get from the readers, our world is so negative that we really need to keep encouraging people…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in some songs. Bro Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. We were glad to have Vic and Dee Murdy with us. Specials were sung by the girls, Dan and Sybil and Darrel and…
It was another rainy day, Sunday, and we are all so thankful for all we received. The grass is getting green again, which is great. Remember all those who request prayer, and those who are facing tests and other procedures in the near future. We congratulate Brother Ric and Sister…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Present Judgment and Promises of Hope, Ezekiel 11:13-21 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by…
It’s amazing how our weather changes so fast. We’re all so happy over the rainfall and cool weather. I think we even had the heat on for a while at church partly because of dampness and it was a little cool for awhile. Pastor Benny preached a good morning message…
Howdy. I can tell I’m getting older. When I grew up, the only people that talked about the weather were old folks and I guess I’m there. But I will have to say we got three inches of rain out on E Hwy. and appreciated every bit of it. Sorry…
Dan opened up church n prayer then he led the congegation in prayer Several specials were sung. The children took up the penny march. The girls sang specials. Grandma is very proud of her granddaughters song. There were several prayer requests. Sister Marie is needing prayer. We are praying she…
After a congregational song, Brother Ric Englehardt welcomed the crowd and led in prayer. Following many poems, songs, reading and sharing of memories of days gone by, the church gave gifts to the following: the oldest gentleman, Blair Kargas, runner-up, George Haden, Olympia, Wa., oldest lady, Bessie Hall, runner-up, Lenora…
It was a good day to be in God’s house, good to have everyone out. We have many to lift up in prayer, always remember the bereaved, the lost and those struggling, spiritually. Brother Ric continued his message on God’s love, and how we should show that love to our Christian…
Everyone is the thankful for the rainfall and cool weather. The yards and pastures are growing lush green grass, a lovely contrast to the brown brittle we had for so long. Our Sabbath was most enjoyable. My sister Jean was noticeably absent from church because she never misses. She has…
Hello from our home to your home, we are enjoying the beautiful weather around here. Our volunteers are simply awesome around here. Thanks to Norma Stillings and Bro. Tom Hawkins for starting our week off with some wonderful piano music followed by a church service. Charles Anderson and Danny Ousley…
As cool as it was this morning, perhaps our long hot summer is over. We got another inch of rain late Friday evening, it is amazing how everything has greened up. Karen and Doug Fredrick spent Labor Day weekend in Algonquin, Illinois visiting his paternal grandmother, Alberta Fredrick, she was…
Joie Welker opened morning service with prayer. In our lesson for Sunday School, we studied confidence in faith. Faith is the ability to trust what we can not see and taking God at his word. Our special song was by Bro. Bob Huskey. Pastor Rilley and Judy Hall returned safely…
Church started Sunday morning by singing and Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent. Prayer by Bro. Raymond Haden. Sunday school lesson was The Awesome Responsibility of the Watchman, Ezekiel 2:8-10, Ezekiel 3:1-4 and 16-19, taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson, we sang several songs. Specials were…
Well what an awesome day this has been. I just stop and thank the Lord for all the blessing. We’ve been having really good services at Frye Church. Last Sunday after services, we all went to Haskins Ford and Roger helped Bro. Jeff baptize six of our friends and neighbors.…
We had good services. Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congegation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. Dan taught the lesson from Matthew. We sure miss Darrel and Helen. We were glad to have Bro. Billy give the message. A birthday offering was…
We had showers of blessings in our area this past week and everyone was very thankful for all of them. We continue to have many on our prayer concern list. We were glad for our visitors in the morning service, come again. Brother Ric continued on his message he began…
I’m writing this before church this Sunday morning. It’s a cloudy cool morning with forecasts of a warm-up this week before another chance for rain this next weekend. The remnants of the hurricane brought us a 1-1/2″ rainfall. For this we are thankful. Yesterday was a thoroughly enjoyable day with…
Sister Naomi opened Sunday school with a good morning to all. We sang a song for Jesus and prayer requests wer made. Sister Juanita led in prayer. Sister Naomi read scripture from St. John 13:34-35. Our Sunday school leader, Sister Mary, began with prayer and then read from II Corinthians…
Opening prayer to start our morning service was by Doug Miller. In our Sunday school lesson in Hebrews 10, we studied about being steadfast in our faith. We should trust God with determination and come boldly before God knowing He has already prepared the way. Happy Birthday wishes went out…
We were small in number Sunday morning, however, we had a great Sunday school lesson, with lots of discussion, asked the Lord to bless our families and those in need of prayer. Sister Jewell Elliott was our superintendent while we have people away on vacation. Brother Ric used as his…
With only a couple of unmeasurable showers, we are still thankful for the cooler weather and hopeful of more rainfall predicated for the weekend. We’ve had enough rain to start the lawns to grow and Burr mowed ours. It was good to hear the mower after only brown grass for…
Sunday evening, August 19th J.J. Downs and his parents, Dennis and Jenny Downs hosted a birthday party for J.J.’s son, Emery, who was three years old. Those attending were great-grandparents, Bud and Frances Hampton; great uncle and aunt, Jimmy and Ginger Gastineau and children; great aunt, Lisa Downs and children;…
Hello from our home to your home. It has been another busy week around here. On Saturday morning Norma Stillings and Tom Hawkins had a church service in the main lobby. A lot of wonderful piano music followed by a Bible reading with Tom Hawkins. Our home is blessed with…
Bro. Dale opened the Sunday school service with a good morning to all. We sang for Jesus and had many prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Peggy. Bro. Dale read scripture from Proverbs 25:5. Our Sunday school leader Sister Naomi read from II Corinthians 1:1-24. Sister Naomi led in…
Church started Sunday morning by singing and Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent. Sunday school lesson was Aplied Christianity from Hebrews 13:1-14 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Lena Ingram, Elsie Atchison, Woodrow Coonce, and Raymond and Naida Haden all did specials.…
Well good Monday morning to all my friends and neighbors. We surely did appreciate the small amount of rain we got yesterday afternoon. I talked to Michael Shawn in West Plains and he said they were getting a down pour. We had really good services at Frye Church with dinner…
The senior dinner was on the 14th and there were 24 present and it was good to see Joan Williams back. She is slow mending, but she says the worst was behind her. Those eating with her were Linda Vanderbogart, Ronnie and Janet Atchison and their two grandchildren, Christian and…
Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke 12. We sure enjoy his teachings. Specials were performed by the girls. Grandma is proud of the girls. Janice and Dan and…
It was a great day to be in God’s house, thanking Him for the rain and all the blessings He bestows on us. We continue to have many to pray for, especially the lost and the bereaved. Brother Ric continued his message this week about church growth and the need…
Everyone here is saying thanks for the two inches of rainfall. I lost a burning bush and some of my trees have brown leaves. Burr and Ruth, Greg, Karen and Nicole, Jody and a friend, Russell Hunt, have been my local visitors and I was pleasantly surprised yesterday (Sunday) afternoon…
Hello from our home to your home, this is Thursday evening and it is raining- oh, so nicely! We are praying for a good soaking! We have had a busy day with exercises and activities and our regular volunteer, Ruth Evans, with us and then our Pastor, encourager, Jeff Smith,…
Bro. Dale opened Sunday school with a good morning to all. We sang for Jesus and had prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Carrie. Bro. Dale read some scripture from Psalms 118:29. Sunday school began with the leader reading the lesson from I Corinthians 16:1-24. We had comments and…
Last Weeks News – Such a welcome change in the weather, it’s almost cold to me this Tuesday morning, 66 degrees. The rain last week greened up the grass in places. Tracy and Hannah came after me last Sunday evening and I stayed with Tracy, David, Hannah and Devin until…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Bro. Raymond Haden took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Woodrow Coonce. Sunday school lesson was A Time of Testing, Hebrews 12:3-15 taught by Lyle Wright. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Woodrow Coonce and Betty Morrison,…
It’s nice to look outside and see green grass again and after the rain everything looks cleaner and brighter. We need lots more rain and hopefully we will start getting some. I visited with my ister, Verda Komlo in Virginia today and she said they had been getting lots of…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in some songs. The girls took up the penny march and also sang a special. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. Specials were sung by Dan and Janice, Sis. Eaves and Helen…
It was a good day to be in church Sunday morning, we had many on our prayer list, some praise reports, continue to pray for all in need. Brother Ric spoke to us about church growth and attendance, using the scripture of not forsaking the assembling of yourselves together. The…
The rainfall seems to have renewed hopes in some causing fall gardens to be planted. There’s nothing better than fall green beans and cucumbers are not bad either. We still are having tomatoes and peppers. It will be hard for awhile not having fresh produce. Those who were fortunate to…
The cooler weather sure is a treat. The farmers have had a hard time with springs, and ponds going dry, raising less hay, and hay and grain prices are sky high. The cattle market will go down, it already is. People have sold cattle they did not want to. The…
Last Weeks News – Hello from our home to your home. The weather is the biggest concern for everyone, it seems, because it is so dry and everything is about to die. You wouldn’t think it would bother us in the home, but it is really on our minds. We…
Sister Naomi opened the Sunday School with a good morning to all. We sang for Jesus and had many prayer requests. Sister Juanita led in prayer. Sister Naomi read scripture from Psalms 92:1-2. Our Sunday School leader Sister Mary read the scripture for our lesson from I Corinthians 15:29-58. We…
Opening our morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. In our Sunday school class, Isaiah, chapter 9, we learned about how Isaiah fortetold the coming of the son of God. The only one who is all wise, mighty, eternal and full of peace can shoulder the responsibilities of world government.…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. Raymond Haden. Sunday School lesson was Faiths Hall of Fame, Hebrews 11:8-19 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingram,…
Everyone was rejoicing for the good rain the Lord sent our way, Saturday. Most folks in this area received around 2 1/2 inches, which was a life saver for the pastures and ponds. We continue to have many of our friends and loved ones with health problems, some praise reports…
What a wonderful morning! This Sabbath Day we awakened to a world renewed. The freshly washed landscape, with ponds refilled and Little Creek running again made us want to praise God and give Him thanks for the four inches of rainfall and for all His bountiful blessings. Everyone was smiling…
Everyone was thankful for the rain. Not much news only it has been a hot, dry summer. I had items wrote and then I didn’t mail them. No one is visiting much. Garrison Church had a great Bible School. One night we had 47 with 22 helpers. Average attendance was…
Sister Mary Eaves and Sister Peggy Potts went to the Albert Brumley singing at Lebanon, Missouri. What a wonderful blessing they received. If you enjoy southern gospel music, it is a great singing to attend. There is always lots of good fellowship also. Sister Naomi opened the morning service with…
Opening prayer to start our morning service was by Narvil Tetrick. Our lesson in Sunday School class was, “Praise For God’s Justice.” At times we are encouraged by those who promise us justice and equality if elected to office and they may fall short. This dose of realism can be…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Better Sacrifices, Hebrews 10:11-29 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingram and…
The first thing we did at church Sunday morning was to thank God for our good rain. Jerry and I were on our way to the Oldfield Opry Saturday night and about Dogwood Hill when the rain started and we got hit by some hail. When we left the Opry…
We came together Sunday morning with gladness and singing, followed by prayer requests for our loved ones, the bereaved, the lost, and those still struggling with health problems. Brother Raymond Haden was our guest speaker, we appreciate having him and Sister Naida in our services. His message included scripture about…
Sad news this time from our community for a familiar and long time neighbor, friend, and loved one, Newt Delp, was taken from us. The sad news is that he will be missed in our lives but the good news is that Newt accepted Jesus and was saved. Burr and…
Sister Naomi opened Sunday School with a big good morning to all. She asked for prayer requests and there were many. Sister Sharron led in prayer. We sang a song for Jesus. Sister Naomi read scripture from Psalms 32:1-5. Last week I said that our Sunday School lesson was in…
106º was our high both yesterday and today, 95º would seem much better wouldn’t it? Tracy Griffith Hannah, Devin and myself spent from Friday until Monday of last week in Moberly visiting Debbie and Shelby Hutchison, Jamie and Devin Snodgrass, Bailee, Lauryn and Hayden. I spent Monday night at Tracy…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Bro. Lyle Wright took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Sis. Sue Wright. Sunday School lesson was The Old Sanctuary Versus The New Sanctuary, Hebrews 9:11-15 and 24-28 taught by Lyle Wright. After a good Sunday School lesson we sang several songs.…
Well hello to all my friends and neighbors. My goodness we had a little shower of rain this afternoon. Sure made it cool off and feel good. I talked to Michael in West Plains, he was sitting on his porch watching it rain. We had good services at Frye Church…
Howdy. Mr. Haddock was a great postmaster and just when I got used to him he retired. Then in came this skinny boy that called himself Kirk Dooms. But I found out, that’s not his real name. So here’s a little question for my readers. Is his name, A. Butch;…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer. Dan led the congregation in song. The children took up the penny march. Bro. Darrell brought a very good lesson from Luke. Specials were performed by Rayonna and Rachael, Danny Fleetwood, Dan and Janice and Darrel and Helen. Sis. Helen…
After singing, a large number of prayer requests were taken, with some praise reports, also. A good number came out to Heart of the Ozarks, Sunday afternoon, to help with our singing service. Brother Ric Englehardt brought a short devotion to them. We appreciate everyone who helped. Don and Evelyn…
Hello from our home to your home. We are very thankful for the rain we received, but are praying for more because this terrible heat has evaporated all the moisture although it did cause the lawn grass to green up some. As I walked outside today a good breeze was…
We gathered at Happy Home Church today to praise the Lord. We had many prayer requests for the lost, the sick, ones who are having surgery this week and so many others. We sang for the Lord and had a good Sunday school lesson with our leader being Sister Mary. …
Church started Sunday morning by singing and Bro. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant. Prayer by Bro. Raymond Haden. Sunday school was The Old Covenant Verses The New Covenant, Hebrews 8:1-12 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena…
Our tent revival is now over, but the good spirit that was there is still with us. I went every night and enjoyed all 9 nights of it. We had a different personministering every night and wish all churches would have come and been there to hear the good word…
Howdy. First and foremost I want to say that Monday morning my rain gauge showed 2 1/2 inches. It came a toad strangler as they used to say. We will give credit where credit is due, thank you God! Camp Joy is going on down past Skyline. First group has…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer then led congregation in some songs. The girls took up the penny march. Janice Garner had a birthday. The church sang Happy Birthday. Rayonna and Rachael sang a special as well as Dan and Janice and Darrel and Helen. Bro.…
After receiving a few more tenths of rain, Saturday morning, it was a great day to be in church. We appreciated our visitor and invite folks to come and be with us. Brother Ric had a good message from a series he called, “If”, and we do realize that is…
It’s Monday morning once again. It seems like time is accelerated lately. Sunday was a pleasant day with temperatures just right and church services were good. It was good to be back since I had missed several Sundays. The lesson was very good with Danny leading the discussion. I like…
Saturday we received two inches of rain and the water looked good rolling down the driveway and coming down on both sides. When it does that you can say you got a good rain. I hope we get more Sunday evening. James and I attended the Adams Reunion Saturday at…
Hello from our home to your home, we have enjoyed some of the rainy days around here. The weather is so different this summer. We appreciate everyone who has donated fruits and vegetables from their gardens this summer. We have enjoyed them. The Cooking Club peeled apples and made crock-pot…
We gathered at Happy Home today for a day to praise the Lord. We sang for Jesus and had many prayer requests. Sunday school leader, Sister Naomi, read from I Corinthians 13. We had comments and discussion from the congregation. We sang some great hymns for the Lord and had…
Still hot and very dry here at Gentryville, but happy for our neighbors in Ava who got a good rain Saturday. I spent the night with Tracy, Dave, Hannah and Devin Griffith July 5th. Then Tracy and the kids and I came to Ava on Friday. She took them to…
Joie Welker opened our morning service with prayer. In our Sunday School classes we studied in I King about Solomon praying for wisdom and knowledge and in our own strength and own knowledge we fail sometimes. All of us need God’s insight, wisdom and direction in every aspect of our…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and Brother Raymond Haden led prayer. The Sunday school lesson was, “The Old Priesthood vs. The New Priesthood,” Hebrews 7:11-19 and 24-27, taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson, we sang several songs. Special singing…
Howdy. It has been very dry and hot in the Ozarks this week, but there have been a few people that were living right, so as they used to say, that got a little rain. If America has any prayer warriors left, we need to pray for rain and our…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened in prayer then he led in congregational songs. Several sung specials. We were glad to have Bro. Billy Graham and family. He brought the message. We were also glad to have our visitors Sunday and Sunday night, Sis. Janice T. of Dodge City,…
What a wonderful blessing was poured out on the community in the good rain we received the past few days. It has certainly helped the pastures, ponds, creeks and gardens, and hopefully, the Lord will send more our way, soon. Brother Ric preached a two part sermon Sunday, using several scripture…
How wonderful to hear rain falll last evening and when I checked my gauge this Monday morning I read one inch and the welcome relief from the high heat of the last weeks makes everyone happy. The weather lady is promising more rain this afternoon. I’ll try to recall news…
The fish fry at Garrison Baptist Church was well attended. It was so hot that people thought if we would lay them on the parking lot, the fish would fry. We appreciate everyone who helped. Lots of good food was served and fellowship. Bible School at Garrison Church starts July…
Hello from our home to your home. Many people have been visiting residents this week. I guess because it is some cooler than usual. We finished the large jigsaw puzzle which we have been working on for at least two months. We got all but the blue sky put together…
Everyone seemed to be very busy over the fourth of July weekend. The newspaper printed early and I didn’t get the article into the paper. We had a good service on Sunday, July 1. Bro. Dennis Shumate and family joined us at Happy Home. He brought the morning message. They…
Opening prayer to start our morning service was by Joie Welker. In this week’s Sunday school lesson we learned from II Samuel 23rd chapter that David, Israel’s greatest king was able to rule Israel with justice by following of God’s guidelines and by loving and obeying the Lord, he received…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Apostles, Hebrews 6:1-12 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Prayer was given by Sister Vera Dixon. Specials…
There has been many things happening the past few days, celebrating freedom, and giving thanks for the things we enjoy because of those who fought and died for it and continue to serve. We are very thankful for each one who has had a part in it. Brother Ric Englehardt…
Hello from our home to your home, we have been busy around our home getting ready for our 27th Annual 4th of July Celebration. Our Celebration of Independence Day on June 29th was a great success as far as I could tell. I will honestly say it was hot enough. …
Hot, hot hot and dry, lets pray we get some rain soon, of course we can’t expect cool as it’s now July. This year is over half gone. Last Sunday Sirena and Jared Bradshaw entertained with a family birthday party for Izzy’z 6th birthday. Those attending were: Rita Bradshaw, Marie…
We continue to pray for everyone on our list and all our church families and friends and neighbors. There are so many with serious problems, please let them know you care about them. Lloyd Shumate is not doing very well, at this time. Brother Ric Englehardt was our speaker for…
We had our Saturday night singing last night. The crowd was small but the Lord was with us and we had a great time. Hope to see you next month, on July 28th, at 7p.m. Sister Naomi opened the morning service with good morning to all. We had many prayer…
We started our morning service, with prayer and singing. Our Sunday school lesson was on, “The Heart of the Law.” There were five things that Israel was told to do; 1)fear the Lord and show respect and reverence, 2)walk in all His ways, 3)love God, 4)serve the Lord with all…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Sister Sue Wright. Sunday school lesson was The Rest That Christ Offers, Hebrews 4:1-12 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena…
Several Weeks Ago – The rain we prayed for, came this morning early. We need to pray for more since it was just a short and sweet rain, that just came and went. I hope everyone had a safe Memorial weekend. I finally got my family and Jerry’s family decorated. …
Dan opened up in prayer. Then he led us in some songs. The girls took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke 13. Specials were sung by Rayonna and Racheal. Rayonna wrote a song for fathers. Dan and Janice sang a special as well…
It was a wonderful Father’s Day to be out to worship. We had a large crowd, took many prayer requests and some praise reports. We are thankful for each one that came, especially our visitors. Brother Max Stephens was our guest speaker in both services. He took advantage of Father’s…
Sympathy send to Gary Morrison and his sister, Belinda Baker, and grandchildren. Their mother, Ruth Moore passed away. Ruth was a very nice person and a good Christian lady. I can remember her telling people about the Lord. Her son, Gary, brought her down in the country recently and visited…
Bro. Scottie Eaves’ wife, Shanna,and family joined us at Happy Home for morning services today. Bro. Scottie filled in as our leader in Sunday school also. We sang for Jesus and Bro. Scottie read scripture from Psalms 48:1-2. Sunday school began with prayer by our Sunday school class leaders Sister…
Thought I’d try and write a little bit of news this morning. Not much happening in the Gentryville area. Last Friday, June 8th Chris Hartzell and Ann Collins went to Oklahoma. Christ visited her half brother in Woodward and Ann visited in Bristow with Linda and George Owens also, with…
After opening prayer and singing, our Sunday School lesson was on “Making A Fresh Start.” We all need a fresh start sometimes. In the Jewish year of Jubilee it shows God cares about people and enables them to recover from calamity and trust God more. Birthday wishes goes out to…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday School lesson was The House Christ Is Building in Hebrews 3:1-14 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday School lesson we sang several songs. Prayer was given by…
Another beautiful day here in the Ozarks. I sure hope all the Fathers had a great day with their families. We had real good services at Frye Church. Bro. Jeff had a real good message and we were blessed to have three of the fathers singing as a group. Bro.…
Darrel opened up in prayer. There were some congregational songs. Then the children took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson. We sure enjoy his teaching. Specials were sung by Rayonna and Racheal and Sybil Gheer and Darrel and Helen. Sis. Helen brought a very good…
Sunday was a special day as we gathered for Sunday school, singing and prayers. We continue to have many in need of our prayers and for a pastor for our church. Following this, Brother Don Bryan spoke for our communion and feet washing services. He read familiar scripture for both…
“It’s Raining, Raining here this Morning.” This line from an old song fits the condition in the Ozarks this Monday morning. A very welcome rain is coming down as I write and I hear there has been a lot of wind damage in Springfield and Lebanon. Charlie and I were…
The ticks seem to be plentiful and I believe a tick or chigger would run a country mile to bite me. The hummers are not around that I have seen lately. I saw two or three andput out the feeder. Oh wel,l saves on sugar. James and I visited at…
Sister Naomi, opened the morning service with a good morning to all. We sang for the Lord, and had many prayer requests. Prayer was led by Brother Dennis Shumate and Sister Naomi read scripture from Proverbs 3:1-12. Sister Mary, was our leader for Sunday school. She began with prayer and…
Service opened with prayer by Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on “Compassion.” God’s will is for people to show honesty and concern for one another. Happy Birthday wishes goes out to Lacy Beard. There will be no service next Sunday night as we are having a Father’s Day…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintedant and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was The Humiliation of Christ from Hebrews 2:1-12 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. James Moore did a special.…
Howdy. How many of you readers thanked God for the rain this week? If you didn’t it is not too late. My rain gage showed about one and a half inches. A man came in the sale barn and said he was from up north and his gage showed six…
Church began with singing and prayer requests. There are so many that continue to need our prayers and concern. We have folks out sick, our country, the military, the unsaved and the list goes on and on. Brother Raymond Haden was our speaker for both services Sunday. He spoke in…
Greetings from a very hot and dry Boulder’s Fork. Our road got graded and usually it will rain. They did a good job. The corners were getting pretty dangerous and they fixed it. As I write this, Saturday night, it is hot and dry and we hope and pray for…
Last Weeks News – As I write the article for Happy Home Church today, we are sad at the loss of our former pastor, member and dear friend, Brother Paul Welch. He has gone on to be with the Lord and as he has said many times recently, “I won’t…
This is a Monday morning so thought I’d try and wrtie some items for the paper. Memorial weekend is over and it was rather hot, but all the cemeteries look so pretty. Andy and Sharlene Daughterty visited me last Saturday evening also Tracy, Hannah and Devin Griffith. Last Sunday after…
Opening prayer to start out our morning service was by Doug Miller. Our Sunday school lesson was on “Rules For Just Living.” These simple rules are truthfulness, thoughtfulness, and consistant impartiality should be our guide for all dealing in life. It is not okay to compromise with the world. We…
Last Weeks News – Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintedent and prayer was given by Bro. Raymond Haden. Sunday school lesson was The Meaning of Life, Ecclesiastes 11:9-10, chapter 12:1-8 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs…
Well good Monday morning to all my friend and neighbors. I know this is a holiday and my little items won’t get to the paper until next week, but that’s okay. I sure hope everybody is having a good Memorial weekend. As for me I really don’t feel very good,…
Dan opened up in prayer then he led us in some congregational songs. The children then took up the penny march. Specials were sung by Rayonna and Rachael, Dan and Sybil and Dan and Janice and Darrel and Helen. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. We were…
We began Sunday morning with singing and thanking God for His blessings, on this beautiful Memorial Day. We prayed for the many requests of our congregation, friends, neighbors and families, and asked special blessings on our military and those who gave their lives for our freedoms. The old saying “freedom…
Well, another week has flown by and I’m facing news day with not much news so far. I guess I must call and be nosey since no one has called me. The things that has not changed is the hot, dry weather pattern. Everyone is becoming concerned about maybe facing…
Hello from our home to your home. I just wanted to say how proud I was of Friday, Tonya Sue Day during National Nursing Home Week. The big day was Friday when we roasted our administrator, Tonya Cutbirth. She was a really good sport about all of it and carried…
As I write the article for Happy Home Church today, we are sad at the loss of our former pastor, member and dear friend, Brother Paul Welch. He has gone on to be with the Lord and as he has said many times recently, “I won’t have to carry this…
Thought I had better try and write some items this week. My isn’t it dry just to be the month of May. There is a chance for showers early next week. Lets pray they materialize. Tracy came after me last Thursday and spent the night with them, then on Friday…
Opening prayer to start the morning service was by Joie Welker. In our Sunday school lesson, we find people are searching for ways to find God. When we read the Bible, Jesus shows us that He is the way, the truth and the life. Happy Birthday wishes go out to…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintedent and prayer was given by Bro. Raymond Haden. Sunday school lesson was The Meaning of Life, Ecclesiastes 11:9-10, chapter 12:1-8 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs and prayer was given…
The rain we prayed for, came this morning early. We need to pray for more since it was just a short and sweet rain, that just came and went. I hope everyone had a safe Memorial weekend. I finally got my family and Jerry’s family decorated. I got to visit…
This last week here at New Hope, has been one of reviving and renewing. God has no problems of proving Himself, wonderful and amazing, time and time again. Our Wednesday evening Bible study, has been so wonderful. Starting at the beginning and working our way through the Old Testament. Brother…
Dan opened up in prayer and then he led the congregation in some songs. Br. Darrel Webster gave a birthday offering, we wish him many more. The children took up the penny march. We had a large number in attendance. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke 13. …
It was a good day to be in God’s house, good singing, Sunday school, and many, many prayers said for our family, friends, and neighbors. Brother Scottie Eaves brought both messages this Sunday. The morning message was the calling of the seventy and the evening message was about Paul fighting…
After a few weeks of no news from Little Creek, I’ll try to catch up. I am ecstatically happy to report that Newt Delp is home and has accepted Jesus as his Savior and now is assured that he will make heaven his home. I called Jo today (Saturday) to…
Remember the tent revival started Monday, May 21-26. Jerry Loveland is Monday night and James Orick Wednesday night. Names of the others were left out last week, Jon Mitchell, Jr., Alex Harrison, Lloyd Hart and Bro. Hargis. By Monday we should know who preaches what night. For more information 683-5112…
Hello from our home to your home. It was a very busy week for us here at our home. It was National Nursing Home Week and we celebrated in style. Sunday afternoon we started National Nursing Home Week off with a Mother’s Day Tea honoring our mothers. Bro. Tom Hawkins…
Sister Naomi opened the morning service with a great good morning to all. We had prayer requests and there were many. Prayer was led by Sister Mary. We sang for Jesus and Sister Naomi read scripture from Romans 1:16-17. Our Sunday school leaders Sister Mary began with prayer. Our lesson…
Gentry Church started our Friends Day with a large crowd of people and many visitors. After prayer and congregational singing. Bob Hammons and Wildwood did a wonderful job blessing us with songs. Pastor Hall spoke a few words on how the gospel is very simple, but people have trouble believing…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant, prayer by Brother James Moore. The Sunday school lesson was, “The Search for Meaning,” Ecclesiastes 2:1-11, taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson, we sang several songs. Specials were Elsie Atchison, Lena Ingram sang, “I…
It has been a beautiful Tuesday here today. I love the cool nights and warm days, but we are getting desperate for rain. I’m sure everyone is praying this week for rain and we know God hears and answers prayers, not always on our time schedule though. Today my sister…
Last Thursday was a very busy day for some club members. At our meeting, we celebrated Kiwanis Prayer Week. Member and ordained minister, Greg Thompson was our speaker, who was joined by his wife Sherry for this meeting. After a brief talk, he engaged the members in a game of…
Howdy, this week I picked cherries at my neighbor, Alene Greenfield’s. They were just right. I noticed that the gooseberries are ripe too and the blackberries are in full bloom. Everything is ripening a few weeks early this year. I heard this week that a few bad boys are running…
Wednesday evening Bro. Ludwig led our Bible study over Exodus 21 and part of Exodus 22. We had 10 people attend our Bible study services. Thank God for our moms and what they have contributed to our life and to the people we are today. We had a wonderful service…
We had good services Sunday for Mother’s Day. Dan opened in prayer then he led the congregation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. We were glad to have Sis. Marie’s daughter for Mother’s Day and Dan’s mother and her daughter and son. Each mother came forth…
It was a wonderful to celebrate Mother’s Day, as we gathered to sing, take prayer requests and enjoy a good Sunday school lesson. We appreciate all our visitors, Tom and Donna Nichols, Emma Turner, and it was great to have Sister Peggy Jenkins back with us again. We appreciate Oliver…
I hope all of you good mothers had a great day Sunday. One mother, did at Garrison Church. Her daughter was saved. She can always remember that. 63 present. Justin sang two special songs. Lisa Ellison sang one and her grandson and her sang one. He is so cute. He…
Another great day in the Lord! Celebrating Mother’s Day for all the great mothers here and those that have gone on to be with the Lord. One of those praise days. We began the morning service with a good morning from Brother Paul. We had many prayer requests and prayer…
Opening prayer was by Joie Welker and our Sunday school lesson was on “The Good Shepherd. Jesus takes care of our needs as a shepherd takes care of his sheep. We had a special song from the children from Sunday school and also a special by Wanda Casady, Bobbie Miller,…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Sister Vera Dixon. Sunday school lesson was A Virtuous Woman, Proverbs 31:10-28 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena Ingram, Elsie…
Good Monday morning to all my friends and neighbors. I sure hope all the mothers had a really great day yesterday and it will continue on through this year. I sure do miss my mom. I did go put flowers on her grave. We had good services at Frye Church…
Howdy. As I get older, time sure does fly. This is already my fourth week of being your news writer and I will say it has been fun. My husband says I need a life, but each to their own. I look forward to the News-Journal every week. I’m not…
Wednesday evening we continued our study in the book of Exodus led by Brother Ludwig. We are now getting into some of the law which really gives a better understanding of the New Covenant. God blessed us once again with wonderful Sunday services. Sunday morning we lifted up many prayers…
We had good services. Dan led in prayer and then led us in congregational songs. The children took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson. Specials were sung by Rayonna and Racheal. They also played their guitars. Dan, Janice and Sybil also sang a special. Sis.…
We had a large group of visitors for our morning service, we appreciate each one that came. We had a great many requests for prayer for our church families, friends and loved ones. We pray for the bereaved and those still dealing with health issues. Brother Ric Englehardt brought the…
This Weeks News – A hot Saturday for the month of May. Jerry and Donna Loveland went to Fair Grove, Missouri to watch their grandson, Jake, in a track meet. Sparta boys are doing good. Baccalaureate Service at Chadwick School is May 13 at 6:30 p.m. Sunday night. Rev. James…
Hello from our home to your home, today is May 1st and Resident’s Council Day, the day we all gather with the staff and discuss things we would like to change or to see happen. Our staff officers listen and digest our suggestions and discuss them and the possibilities or…
What a beautiful day God gave us. Bro. Marshall opened the Sunday school with a big good morning to all. We sang for Jesus. We had prayer requests and there were many. Prayer was led by Sister Juanita. Bro. Marshall read scripture from Jeremiah 12:4. Sunday school began with our…
Will try and write some news this Tuesday morning. We didn’t get any rain here in the Gentryville area, maybe next time. Casey and Cindy Owens of Springfield visited awhile with me last Monday evening. They had spent Sunday night with Debbie and Mike Stone and then visited on Monday…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as Superintendent, prayer by Sister Vera Dixon. Sunday school lesson was Back to Basics, Proverbs 30:5-9, 18-28, taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson, we sang several songs and had prayer by Bro. Raymond Haden. A special…
It’s a beautiful Tuesday morning. I thought surely we would get some more rain yesterday, but we didn’t and our gardens are needing it. It isn’t much fun to have to water so soon. Tuesday and Thursday are exercise classes and that has kind of changed some for me since…
Rick Baker and Donna Dixon assisted at Skyline on April 25 for a “Go Blue–Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention” activity. On Thursday, High School Principal Teresa Nash joined us for our last “Citizens of the Month” presentation of this school year. Congratulations to all the students who have received the…
Brother Lyndon continued with our study in the book of Exodus Chapter 21 on Wednesday night. We had 15 attend Bible study. Sunday morning we had 23 people attend morning service. Children’s Sunday school class learned about the Day of Pentecost and the adults studied in Acts. Pastor Talbert brought…
We gathered together and began services with singing and prayer requests for so many still struggling with health issues. We had a good group for Sunday school, and visitors in the worship hour, we appreciate them. Our morning speakers were from the Gideon’s, Brother Glen D. and Brother Bill, and…
Hello from our home to your home, April was a very busy month for our home. We have had Easter Egg Hunts, visited with Peter Rabbit, several groups of school children have been here helping get our garden and flower beds in shape for spring planting. Tom Hawkins was really…
Brother Marshall opened Sunday school with a great good morning. We sang a song for the Lord and prayer requests were many. Sister Alice led in prayer and Brother Marshall read scriprture from Jeremiah 7:6&7. He was our leader for Sunday school and the lesson was in I Corinthians2:1-16. We…
Joie Welker opened with prayer then in our Sunday school class we studied John Chapter 9 on healing the blind man. Jesus is the source of living water, source of spiritual light and source of truth. We are more able to face difficult decisions in our lives when we know…
Church started Sunday morning by singing “What A Day That Will Be”. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant. Prayer by Sister Annabell Walker. Sunday school lesson was “A Primer For Relationships” Proverbs 25:6 – 24, taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials…
We had good services Sunday. Dan opened up in prayer. He then led the congregation in songs. The children took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson. Sis. Helen brought a very good message. We sure enjoy her preaching. Our sympathy to the family of Leroy…
It was a great day to be in the Lord’s house as we began with prayer and singing. We have many seeing their doctors and those who are bereaved and still needing our prayers. We have those with praise reports, which is always good news. We were glad to have…
This is Monday and also my birthday. I had a delightfully happy weekend with Kim, Ruby and Jody coming to spend the night Saturday and I was blessed to have my family and friends honoring me with a surprise birthday party after church Sunday. And it was a total surprise.…
We had a great week of Revival with Bro. Zack Williams as the speaker. I believe that everybody that was there received a blessing in some way. We opened the morning service with Bro. Marshall greeting all with a good morning. We sang for Jesus. We had prayer requests and…
Joie Welker led us in prayer to start our service. In our Sunday school class, our lesson was from John, chapter 4. Jesus brings life to all, even those who are despised in the world. We too can drink of the water of life and experience a new life. Happy…
Church started Sunday morning with prayer by Sister Lou Coy. We sang and Bro. Lyle Wright took over as superintendent. Sunday school lesson was Simple Rules For Living Wisely, Proverbs 23:13-35 taught by Lyle Wright. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were performed by Lena…
“Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love Him, but God hath revealed them unto us by His spirit,” I Corinthians 2:9-10. This was our key verse Sunday morning, as we studied on…
At last week’s meeting, we had a representative from Wright County Children’s Services who spoke to us about a “GO BLUE” Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention event she is planning for April 25 at Skyline at 2:30. Some of our members plan to go help out. In addition, our Annual…
Howdy. I have a lot of news this week, so I will get started. First, I appreciate Ruth for being a dedicated writer for as long as she did. Second, I would like to give you my phone number so you can call me if anyone has any news that…
What another wonderful week spent in the presence of God throughout our services here at New Hope and hopefully and prayerfully in our lives outside of church. Wednesday evening Bro. Ludwig took us through our lesson over Exodus, chapter 20 “The Ten Commandments.” Sunday morning we besought the Lord in…
Dan opened up in prayer then he led congregation in some songs. The children took up the Penny March. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Revelation. Specials were sung from Rayonna and Rachael, Dan and Janice and Darrel and Helen. Sis. Helen preached a very good sermon Sunday…
A large group gathered at Mt. Tabor Church for morning services beginning with singing, prayers for many, many needs, Sunday school and great preaching services. We appreciate all the visitors and invite them to come back each time they can. Brother James Hathcock was our guest speaker this week. His message…
All’s well in the Ozarks! Weather wise that is. We had over two inches of rain in our rain gauge and this Monday the sun is out with nary a cloud in the sky. But our community is very concerned and praying heartfully that a miracle will happen and Bud…
Mushroom season was short lived around here. The lousiest year we ever had. Turkey seasoni s now in full swing. They are not very plentiful in places. James came in one morning with no mushrooms and saw no signs of turkeys. Maybe someone will scare one by us. Some found…
Sunday school opened with a good morning to all from Bro. Marshall. We sang for the Lord. We had many prayer requests. Prayer was led by Sister Peggy. Bro. Marshall read scripture from Proverbs 30:5-8. Sunday school class began with the leader, Sister Peggy, asking Sister Lee to pray. The…
Lasts Weeks News – We had a beautiful Easter Sunday. Our pastor brought a good message on the Resurrection of our Savior. After Sunday school and church Ann Collins and Ella May Daughterty went to Rockbridge and ate a late lunch. Agnes Williams spent from Friday until Sunday evening with…
Opening prayer to start our services was led by Joie Welker. In our Sunday school class we studied about Jesus cleansing the temple in John, chapter 2. It is important for us to revere the house of God. When we disrespect God’s house we dishonor the God whose presence is…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer given by Sister Lena Ingram. Sunday school lesson was Embrace Wisdom, Proverbs 8:12, 22-35 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Elsie Atchison did a special. Bro. Raymond Haden…
My goodness it’s sure coming a good old rain here on our hillside. We was needing a good rain in the yard and my little garden especially the hay fields and pasture. I just don’t like the storms that goes along with all the rest. We had really good services…
Paul and Sherry McIntosh, south of town, were happy that their two youngest sons are home from the service and will stay most of next week. Travis is from one of the Carolinas and Weston is from St. Pendleton, Calif. Weston recently got a new pickup and will take it…
As a born again believer I have to say that Easter is a holiday that deserves my attention. After all this day is what the basis of all my hope and faith in God the Father and His Son Jesus is stored in, all things became truth that Christ said…
Dan opened up in prayer then he led us in some congregational songs. The children took up the Penny March. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. Specials were performed by Rayonna and Racheal, Dan and Janice, Darrel and Hellen. We were glad to have Nancy and her…
Mt. Tabor Church celebrated a glorious resurrection day beginning with the sunrise message from Brother David Dodson, speaking about Apostle Paul and the power of the resurrection. The singing and specials were appreciated and this was followed by a bountiful breakfast with our good cooks outdoing themselves again. We appreciate our…
“It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood” but there is always something beautiful in each day given us whether it be sunshine or rain. The glory of each morning is that it gives us the chance to begin again. Yesteday we celebrated the promises God gave us when His Son…
A beautiful Easter day in the Ozarks. Garrison Baptist Church had a very nice sunrise service on the hill. A large crowd attended and Melany Stevens sang a special and Lisa Ellison sang and played her keyboard. The congegation sang the first verse and the ladies sang their specials and…
Hello from our home to your home. We began our week by celebrating Easter with the children of the community with a big Easter egg hunt on Tuesday morning for Ava Head Start. Ava Jr. High Student Council was here bright and early helping the Easter bunny stuff eggs. While…
We had a good morning from Bro. Marshall to open the morning service. We sang for Jesus and had prayer requests for the lost, for the sick, our church, our revival, our loved ones and many more in need of prayer. Bro. Marshall led in prayer. Bro. Marshall read scripture…
We started our Easter Sunday with many attending our Sunrise Service and breakfast and afterwards the children joined in the egg hunt. In our Sunday school class we studied about the living word. Because of Jesus Resurrection, all of us who receive Him personally can be sure of our own…
What beautiful weather we’ve been having the last couple of weeks! Hopefully, you’ve been able to get out and enjoy it. At last week’s meeting, we were finalizing plans for our part in the city Easter Event which was held on Saturday at 4 p.m. in the city park. Thanks to members who came out to help! …
I was so sorry to hear about the death of Eugene Bennett, a very good friend. He was such a nice man. Please remember his family in your prayers. Vera (Hill) Burkholtz had an accident recently while riding her horse. She was hurt quite a bit and is still recovering…
Wednesday evening we continued our study in the book of Exodus, chapter 18. Brother Ludwig led our study for the evening. During Sunday morning services we gathered and went before the Lord in prayer with many prayer requests for the sick, those lost, our military and our churches to name…
Another beautiful day to worship began with singing and prayer requests, our list seems to grow each week. We have so many with health problems, both in our community and others, continue to pray for the lost and also our search for a pastor. We appreciate those God has sent…
The grass is growing faster than the mushrooms are popping up. Several are fishing a lot pretty slow here. Hope it gets better. The lakes are a mess due to high water. James retired and we have done less fishing. They say you retire to work, I believe it. Gracie…
Hello from our home to your home, we are saddened by the passing our good friends Billie Leonard and Mrs. Lillian Haskins–two lovely ladies who went home to be with the Lord in a sweet and gentle way. Bro. Haskins testimony to their years together in faith and service was…
Brother Marshall, opened the morning service with a good morning to all. We sang for the Lord and had many prayer requests. Sister Mary, led in prayer and Brother Marshall, read scripture from Jeremiah 5:26-31. Our Sunday school, was led by Sister Naomi, began with Romans 16:1-27. We had lots…
Well after a couple weeks off, I’ll try and write some news this week. We are still being blessed with beautiful weather. I spent from Friday night, March 23rd to Saturday, March 31st in Moberly visiting Debbie and Shelby Hutchison, Jamie, Devin, Bailee, Lauryn and Hayden Snodgrass; needless to say…
Opening our morning service with prayer, was Doug Miller. Our Sunday school lesson, was on the truth and we learned that Jesus is the one truth we need in our lives. Gentry will be having a Sunrise Service at 7:00 a.m., April 8th, with breakfast to follow. At 9 a.m.,…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Bro. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendant and prayer was given by Sister Diane Strunks. Sunday school lesson was The Death of Jesus Christ, I Timothy 2:3-6. Romans 3:23-26 and Romans 5:6-11 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang…
My goodness what an awesome weekend we had here at Grandma’s house. This weather is something to be thinking about, and I think it’s got everybody saying “What is July and August going to be.” The old meter poles will be turning with all the air conditioners turned on high.…
The month of March went fast and now April is here with Easter next Sunday. I don’t know about weather for April but it has been very warm for March. The weatherman today said a chance for storms this week. We had a nice dinner at Church the last Sunday…
New Hope wants to extend extra praise to God for the appointment of His servant Bro. Norman Talbert as our new Pastor. We are truly blessed to have Pastor Talbert as our spiritual leader and look forward to serving God with him. Our New Hope family was overjoyed at the…
Hello from our home to your home, We welcome Bertha Mattijetiz back with us,we hope she enjoys her stay with us. Tom and I had a weeping good time today while dicing up onions for the corn salad, but the salad was good anyway. Ray and Bill were dicing up…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Integrity For Life, Proverbs 6:6-23 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Prayer was given by Sis. Diane Strunks.. Specials were…
I appreciate all our friends for visiting Leo and I at our stay in the hospital. It spent 30 days and he spent five after I came home. He had water on his lungs, which they removed and made it possible for him to breathe better. I was in there…
Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke 12. He sure does a good job. We sure was glad to see Sis. Marie and grandson back in church. Rayonna…
Everyone was enjoying the beautiful weather as we gathered in God’s house this morning. We had many prayer requests to honor, some continue with health issues, our military, the bereaved, our search for a pastor and always, the unsaved and unchurched. Brother Scottie Eaves was our speaker again this week,…
I’ve had a good weekend because my daughter, Kim, came Sunday morning to spend a few days. My grandson, Jody Weyrauch, has been with Burr and Ruth during the past week and with me also. He and Burr went fishing one evening and he caught me a mess of fish…
God gave us a wonderful beautiful day to enjoy. We should be so thankful. Bro. Marshall greeted us with a good morning to all. After some comments we sang for Jesus. We had prayer requests and there were many. Prayer was led by Sister Mary. Bro. Marshall read scripture from…
At last week’s meeting, we were happy to see David Williams and one of this month’s “citizens.” I understand one was sick and will be attending with next month’s citizens. Connie also made a chocolate cake to celebrate Glenda’s birthday this week. Donna, Connie and Glenda attended the Chamber Awards Dinner…
Wednesday evenings we have been studying the book of Exodus. We have about ten people showing up for our Wednesday night Bible study. Last Sunday the children learned about healing of the lame man in Acts 3:1-12, this Sunday they learned about Judas betraying Jesus from all four gospels. The…
Dan opened up in prayer and then lead the congregation in some songs. The girls took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a very good message from Luke 12. Specials were sung by Rayonna and Racheal. Janice and Dan also did a special as well as Darrel and Helen.Sis.…
It was a good day to be in the house of the Lord and began with many prayer requests. We continue to have folks out with illnesses and other problems, pray for the bereaved, the military, our country and our church, as we search for the pastor God will send to…
This Monday morning the clouds show promise of plentiful rain. We should savor these warm days and spring showers for we seem to be rapidly moving directly into the many delights of summer. This fleeting season is just a prelude to many joyful happenings all around as the earth awakens.…
The lawn mowers are humming now. Beautiful weather here in the Ozarks. Saturday evening we enjoyed Junior and Betty Halcomb’s visiting us. I visited Sybil Harvill Friday. Brandon and Chris Morrison also visited Saturday morning. Friday evening Lacy Powell visited her grandpa, Jerry Nelson. Louella Rains found a lot of…
Brother Marshall opened with a good morning to all. We sang for Jesus and he asked for prayer requests. There were many and Sister Alice led in prayer. We read scripture from I Peter 5:1-4 and Sunday School class, began with our leader asking Naomi to lead in prayer. The…
To start, our opening prayer was by Doug Miller. In our Sunday School lesson, we learned when Jesus performed His first miracle, turning the water into wine, He won over His disciples and they believed. Always put your trust, belief and power, in the name of Jesus. Happy Birthday wishes…
Church started Sunday morning with singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Words For The Wise, Proverbs 1:7-23 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Prayer was given by Bro. Raymond Haden. Specials…
We have now begun Spring. It’s a beautiful first day of Spring, but look out for rain today. It rained Monday and supposed to rain almost every day this week. We need it. My neighbors have mowed twice already and we need to. Today we will be quilting at church…
Dan opened up in prayer then he led congregational singing. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. Specials were sung by Racheal and Rayonna, Dan and Janice and Darrel and Helen. Sis. Helen preached a very good message. We sure enjoy hearing her. Our sympathy goes out to…
A very nice, however windy day, was greatly enjoyed Sunday morning. We gathered together and brought all our petitions before the Lord for our lost loved ones, the bereaved, the sick and all other needs. We pray those who attended were blessed. Brother Scotty Eaves and his family were with…
Hello once again. Doesn’t time fly? It seems only yesterday I was sending my news in. And daylight savings time is busy saving us daylight once again. People complain, but it doesn’t affect me one bit other than changing all my time pieces forward. Oh well, some people have to…
Hello from our home to your home, it is amazing how this weather is holding so warm and spring-like. Usually when we miss real cold weather in January, we have it in February and now. February has passed and with cold, stormy weather. Now, March is sailing past just as…
A good morning to all from Bro. Marshall who opened our morning service. We sang for the Lord and had prayer requests. There were many. Sister Alice led in prayer. Bro. Marshall read some scripture from Proverbs 27:20. Sunday school opened with our leader Sister Lee greeting all. She asked…
Opening our morning service with prayer was Joie Welker. Our Sunday school lesson was on God’s word. In Christ we were given new eyes to see and ears to hear of the glories of Jesus and his work. Happy Birthday wishes went out to Joan Burkdoll. March 16 is our…
Wednesday evening we had eight people join Wednesday night service. We had good discussion and fellowship with one another. Sunday morning we started out with prayer requests. Bro. Ed spent all last week in the hospital with double pneumonia and we pray a speedy recovery upon him so he can…
We were glad to have some of our regular members back after an absence and had a very interesting Sunday school lesson. Mae Cox and Bessie Hall were both able to be out this week and we were blessed to see them both. Brother Ray Dobbs was our speaker in…
On this 4th dy of March, the wind makes being outdoors in the beautiful sunshine unappealable. Everyday this month I have contemplated planting my early garden only to be driven back inside. I appreciated my grandson, Joe, and my sons, Kevin and Kent, getting my tubs ready. They had lunch…
A pretty Sunday God has allowed us to have. I guess we have a touch of garden fever. We planted a row of peas. I think me and Lou Raines are a like, we don’t have much luck with peas. We planted a small bed of lettuce, spinach and radishes.…
Hello from our home to your home. We look forward to a spring like day with temperatures up into the sixties and the opportunity to get out and enjoy a van ride this morning. Our van rides are an educational break in our regular routine and we really appreciate those…
On this beautiful Tuesday morning I’ll try and write some news. The wind will probably get blowing later, but it is still for now. Last Saturday Karen and Doug Fredrick took Cole and Izzy Bradshaw with them to Mountain Home and spent the night with Doug’s Dad, Butch and Nita…
Opening prayer to start our morning service was by Doug Miller. After the congregational singing, in our classes, we studied the importance of using wisdom in the choices that we make. We all have been in situations where we have had to make difficult decisions and its times like this,…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Brother James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Job’s Courage and Endurance from Job 1:1 and Job 2:1-10 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Elsie Atchison…
We are in the second week of March and a beautiful week so far. I don’t know if winter is over, but it must be since I’ve seen people plowing gardens and trees budding. Spring may be here. Our time changes again this coming week also. We’re ready for a…
Wednesday night Bro. Lyndon led our Bible study over the book of Exodus. Sunday morning we had many prayer requests to start out the morning. Our attendance for Sunday school was 16 and our attendance for morning service was 25. Our morning message brought forth by Bro. Talbert was about…
Dan opened up in prayer then he led us in some songs. The children took up the penny march. We are proud of our children then Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke. We sure enjoy his teachings. Specials were sung by Rayonna and Racheal, Darrel and Helen…
Everyone is enjoying the beautiful weather as we gathered together for services. We had so many mentioned for prayer, our congregation had many loved ones, friends and neighbors they are praying for. Always remember the lost. Our guest speaker was Brother Ric Englehardt, and he brought two good messages, one…
Bro. Marshall opened the morning service with a good morning to all. We sang a song for Jesus and had prayer requests. There were many. Prayer was led by Sister Naomi. Bro. Marshall read scripture from Proverbs 23:15-18. Sunday school began with our leader Sister Mary asking Sister Juanita to…
Opening prayer to start our morning worship service was by Joie Welker. In our Sunday school class we studied “The Fruits Of The Spirit.” We should have Christ-like love for God and others. Grow in faith, carry each others burdens and have joy and peace. Happy Birthday wishes to little…
Church started Sunday morning by singing.Ronnie Epps took over as supertindent and prayer by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Judah’s Appeal For Forgiveness, Lamentations 5:1-22. After a good Sunday lesson we sang several songs. Prayer was given by Sister Vera Dixon. Elsie Atchison did a special. Bro. Raymond…
Well looks like another beautiful day here in the Ozarks. We had a good service at Frye Church yesterday. Bro. Jeff Rodkey was our speaker. We always enjoy Bro. Gaither’s singing and harp playing. We had lunch and fellowship after church and there was lots of food to be shared.…
Wednesday evening Bro. Lyndon led us in our study over Exodus. We had 8 people attend Bible study. Sunday morning we started out with prayer requests. Our Sunday school lesson for the adults was over John 17:18-15. We had 8 adults in Sunday school. The children worked on their memory…
We had good singing and a very interesting discussion for our Sunday school class. We began, as always, with a prayer list that gets longer each week. There are so many to pray for, some very serious problems, always the bereaved and the lost, as well as our church and…
Hello to all my friends on this windy Monday. Wasn’t our Sabbath beautiful? We had a good lesson and Dyanna brought a good motivating sermon. She cautioned us to put on the full armor in these trying times. She inspires us to do better in our Christian walk with God.…
Our sister-in-law, Lyn Halcomb called us Saturday evening. She is excited about the Adams Reunion. She said her brother, Galen Hall, plans on coming in. Happy Birthday to their sister, Maxine Lirely, who celebrated her birthday on Valentine’s Day. Her husband, Clyde, could not forget her birthday on Valentine’s Day.…
A good morning from Bro. Marshall began our morning service. We sang a song for Jesus. Bro. Marshall asked for prayer requests and there were many. Prayer was led by Sister Peggy. Bro. Marshall read scripture from Proverbs 23:9. Sunday school began with prayer with Sister Lee. Our leader for…
Opening prayer for our Sunday morning service was by Joie Welker. After singing, we attended Sunday school classes where we learned from Galatians 3:15. We are an heir of God’s family through faith in His son, Jesus Christ. Happy Anniversary wishes went out to Harley and Faye Allen on their…
Church started Sunday morning by singing. Ronnie Epps took over as superintendent and prayer was given by Bro. James Moore. Sunday school lesson was Jeremiah The Weeping Prophet, Lamentations 1:1-10 taught by Ronnie Epps. After a good Sunday school lesson we sang several songs. Specials were by Lena Ingram, Elsie…
I haven’t written since we had the ladies from Teen Challenge with us. We enjoyed their testimonies. We hope and pray they all continue in this Christian walk that they have begun. The ladies at Faith Rock prepared them something to eat and they set up a table of things…
Most of last week’s meeting was spent putting final details together for the Benefit Volleyball Tournament which was held on Saturday. Thanks to Jayma Potter, Paula Sweeney and Three Rivers Hospice for putting that fundraiser together for us to raise some much needed funding. We appreciate all those who played,…
Wednesday night Bro. Lyndon led us in our Bible study over Exodus 14, Crossing The Red Sea. Exodus 14:13, “And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which he will show to you today;for the Egyptians whom ye have seen…
Dan opened up in prayer then he led the congregation in some songs. The children took up the penny march. Bro. Darrel taught a very good lesson from Luke 11. The girls performed a special along with Dan and Janice and Darrel and Helen. We were glad to have their…
We continue to have people out with the virus, some just too cold and windy for them this Sunday, hopefully everyone will be back this week. We were thankful to have our visitors, welcome to all. Our pastor resigned abruptly without the usual thirty days notice, so we were glad to…
